Random thoughts
By Dr A Q Khan

Recently I wrote two articles, one on “Ghairat” and the other on “Beghairati.” This led to a lively debate on these topics and it soon became obvious that the articles had hurt the feelings of certain people, mostly those who were corrupt, swindlers, munafiqs, etc., and I was bitterly criticised. When I commented to a friend that they were like thieves caught with a straw in their beard, he laughingly retorted that it was not merely a straw but a whole broom. Today’s article contains a lesson and moral message to all those in high positions. I sincerely hope those who need to will get the hint.

We all know and appreciate that each office has its sanctity. A teacher is expected to be exemplary in honesty, imparting knowledge and conducting examinations. A judge is expected to impart justice on the merit of the case, without fear or favour. Law enforcing agencies are expected to be honest, impartial, kind and helpful. In this way, each office has its own sanctity, violation of which is an unforgivable crime. Here I would like to give some examples of this sanctity.
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