VOICED : Seeking a miracle on Pakistans Koran mountain

In Pakistan's Balochistan province, a shrine was established by two brothers in the 1980s to protect old or damaged copies of the Koran from desecration. The elder brother continues to send Koranic verses to be buried there. Traditionally, old Korans were burned, buried, or thrown into the sea. The Quran is sacred to Muslims, and improper disposal can lead to blasphemy accusations. Many believers visit the shrine to pray, and the site is becoming overcrowded. Plans for a recycling plant are considered to address space issues, but a religiously acceptable method is needed.

What is the primary purpose of the shrine established by the two brothers in Balochistan?

• To offer educational programs about Islam

• To provide a place for community gatherings

• To protect old or damaged copies of the Quran from desecration

• To serve as a tourist attraction

According to the video, what are the traditional methods of disposing of old Qurans?

• Recycling them into new books

• Burning them or throwing them into the sea

• Selling them to collectors

• Donating them to libraries

Why do people from all over Pakistan visit the shrine?

• To attend religious seminars

• To learn about the history of the Quran

• To participate in cultural festivals

• To bring their old Qurans and pray

What is one of the major challenges faced by the shrine due to its success?

• Competition from other religious sites

• Difficulty in attracting visitors

• Space constraints for storing old Qurans

• Lack of funding for maintenance

What solution is being considered to address the space issue at the shrine?

• Building more tunnels

• Establishing a recycling plant

• Expanding the shrine's area

• Limiting the number of visitors