VOICED : Una procesión religiosa en pleno covid-19 reúne a miles de personas en Pakistán

Thousands of Shiite Muslims in Lahore, Pakistan, participated in a religious procession despite government restrictions due to COVID-19. The event marked the anniversary of Imam Ali's death, with 9,000 attendees ignoring the ban on mass gatherings. Pakistan, home to the world's second-largest Shiite community, faces challenges with low vaccination rates and resistance to COVID-19 measures. The situation is compared to India, where large religious gatherings have contributed to a severe COVID-19 crisis. Pakistan has reported 800,000 cases and 18,000 deaths, significantly lower than India's figures.

What was the reason for the religious procession in Lahore?

• To celebrate a national holiday

• To commemorate the death anniversary of Imam Ali

• To protest against government restrictions

• To mark the beginning of Ramadan

What percentage of Pakistan's population is Shia Muslim?

• Between 10 and 15%

• Between 20 and 25%

• Between 15 and 20%

• Between 5 and 10%

Why is the Pakistani government concerned about religious gatherings?

• They fear an increase in COVID-19 cases

• They are concerned about traffic congestion

• They want to promote online gatherings

• They are worried about political unrest

What is one of the potential causes of the COVID-19 crisis in India?

• Natural disasters

• Political elections

• Large religious gatherings

• Economic downturn

How does Pakistan's COVID-19 situation compare to India's?

• Pakistan has more cases and deaths

• Pakistan has more deaths but fewer cases

• Pakistan has fewer cases and deaths

• Both countries have similar statistics