Islamic Emirate Supreme Leader Approves Law Regulating Religious Preachers

The Supreme Leader of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan has approved the Muhtasibin law, establishing a formal legal framework for the duties, ethical standards, and outreach methods of religious preachers across the country. The Ministry of Justice confirmed the approval and announced that the legislation has been officially published in the national gazette.

According to the ministry’s statement, the new law defines the operational guidelines for religious scholars tasked with public guidance and moral oversight. It outlines specific responsibilities for preachers and sets standards for their engagement with communities. The legislation also clarifies the administrative structure that will govern their activities.

Implementation and ongoing oversight of the law will be managed by the Ministry of Vice, Virtue and Complaints. The ministry is tasked with ensuring compliance with the newly established regulations and coordinating with relevant provincial and district authorities to facilitate the preachers’ work.

The legislation mandates broad cooperation from state institutions and the public. Under its provisions, government officials, security personnel, and mosque imams are required to assist religious preachers in carrying out their duties. The law also calls on the general public to cooperate with authorized preachers and adhere to the guidelines outlined in the text.

The approval marks a formal step in standardizing religious outreach and moral guidance under the current administration. Officials stated that the framework aims to unify preaching efforts and ensure that religious instruction aligns with established administrative protocols.