Who has suffered? The families of the dead, no doubt. But a greater loss was inflicted on Pakistan because, as I said, we lost the pillars of our society.

We claim Islam as Deen or a complete way of life.

There is nothing wrong with intellectual differences flowing from freedom of thought as long as such differences remain confined to intellectual debates.

It is up to India to take this opportunity to start ... a process of dialogue.

Poverty and deprivation lead to frustration, making the masses vulnerable to exploitation by extremist organizations.

You must understand the environment in Pakistan. This has become a moneymaking concern. A lot of people say if you want to go abroad and get a visa for Canada or citizenship and be a millionaire, get yourself raped.

I am not at all a politician. I don't think I'm cut out for politics. I am certainly not going to stand for election.