Source 1: The Authority shall have the power to remove or block access to information through any information system if it considers it necessary for the protection of certain interests.Source 2: Article 3 provides that it will be necessary to block online content in the interest of the glory of Islam, security of Pakistan, public order, decency and morality, and integrity or defence of Pakistan. In case the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) decides to issue directions to remove or block access to online content, Article 5.2 enables PTA to provide service providers, Social Media Companies (SMCs), and users with only 48 hours to comply, and in cases of emergency, no more than 12 hours from the time of receiving directions. Where service providers and SMCs fail to comply with directions to block access to online content, Article 5.7 also empowers the PTA to block the entire online system or services.