Indonesia’s top Islamic clerical body, the Indonesian Council of Ulama (MUI), has called on the government and parliament to consider implementing the death penalty for convicted corruptors. The MUI argues that corruption in Indonesia has reached a critical emergency level, necessitating strict legal measures. This demand reflects growing public frustration with widespread graft within the country. The MUI believes harsher penalties are needed to deter further acts of corruption and restore public trust. The organization asserts that current punishments are insufficient to address the scale of the problem. This proposal is likely to ignite debate regarding human rights and the efficacy of capital punishment as a deterrent. The MUI’s statement underscores the severity with which religious leaders view the impact of corruption on Indonesian society.