This article is about the Pakistani film censorship board. For the Indian counterpart previously known by this name until 1983, see Central Board of Film Certification. For other uses, see CBFC.
Central Board of Film Censors Punjab Film Censor Board Sindh Board of Film Censors
These boards are tasked with regulating the public screening of films under the provisions of the Motion Picture Ordinance, 1979.
Function
The Motion Pictures Ordinance, 1979 focuses upon a broad policy framework and administrative procedures for the certification of films for public screening.[3] The film censorship code covers wide aspects of "morals and ethnics" which lays down the guiding principles for cinema in Pakistan. Strict policy has been adopted to ensure that no scene or dialogue in a film is passed which is considered "derogatory to the accepted moral standards of the society". Certifications is refused if, in the opinion of the board, the film or any part thereof:
ridicules, disparages or attacks Islam or any religious sect, caste and creed.
questions the integrity, security or defense of Pakistan or hurts national sentiments.
undermines public order, decency or morality, which includes vulgar dialogues, songs, or gestures.
glorifies vice or crime or amounts to incitement of a criminal offense.
Any film refused certification may appeal within thirty days of the date of refusal.
Certification
CBFC
U: Any film with U certification is fit for unrestricted public screening and without the need for parental guidance. These films contain little violence, no sexual scenes and no abusive language.
F: Family (akin to U above)
PG: Akin to U/A
A: Any film with A certification is restricted to adults or needs parental guidance for viewing. These films contain significant violence, sexual scenes and abusive language and can include controversial adult themes considered unsuitable for young viewers.
