Rules and Regulations

Abul-Hasan ash-Shadhili Research Hub is one of our most valuable assets. It provides the informative materials and the conducive environment for study, research and other scholarly works. Please respect this center by following these rules:

  • No item can be checked out from this research center
  • Leave your personal belongings such as handbags, briefcases, etc., outside the center’s entrance, on your own responsibility as liability for any loss or damage won’t be claimed
  • Do not write, underline or mark any book/print material as it can lead to heavy fine followed by a disciplinary action
  • After reading, leave books on the table or on the book trolley and do not shelve the books
  • Complete silence should be observed except for brief and subdued talk with the concerned staff
  • Keep your mobiles switched-off or on silent mode within the premises
  • The users may be asked to show their ID at any time
  • Drinks and eatables are not allowed except water
  • Smoking including electronic cigarettes, use of alcohol or other drugs is strictly prohibited inside this research center
  • Short pants and other inappropriate dresses are strictly not allowed
  • Do not change configuration of computers or any other equipment
  • Government of Pakistan code of conduct must be observed while using online web contents and IT applications
  • Senior citizens and special persons should be given preference
  • Get permission to use auditorium and discussion rooms
  • Do not relocate furniture, fixtures, computer hardware and other such items
  • Access to administrative offices, stores, security appliances, electric panels, HVAC and other areas is prohibited for users
  • Antisocial, harassing or threatening behaviours will not be tolerated, offenders will be required to leave, and repeat offenders will be banned indefinitely from using this facility
  • Using obscene or abusive language or gestures are strictly discouraging
  • Possessing a knife, gun, or any other weapon are strictly prohibited here
  • Ethnic, sectarian and other hate speeches, materials distribution, and discussions, are strictly prohibited in this premises
  • The staff reserve the right to inspect bags or other personal property when visitors enter or leave
  • Some items cannot be copied because of copyright laws, poor condition, or donor restriction
  • Photography and recording are not allowed in this premises without prior permission
  • Certain rooms and other spaces may have additional restrictions
  • Visitors with disabilities may ask staff for reasonable accommodations