Pakistan, Oct. 22 -- The Punjab government has moved to ban the Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) due to a history of violent protests, damage to public property, and attacks on law enforcement personnel. Justifications for this tough decision revolve around violent extremism concerns and emphasis on the need to maintain public order.

A similar federal ban was imposed on the TLP in April 2021 following violent anti-France protests, but it was lifted in November of the same year after the government reached a deal with the group. The right to protest is a fundamental aspect of our Constitution.

However, the selection of an appropriate timing, venue, and method of protest is very important. Responsibility of keeping the whole event within ...