Keep the debate civilised


Instead of name-calling, some ground rules about respectful engagement must be observed.

EARLY this month Religious Affairs Minister Datuk Seri Jamil Khir Baharom used rather intemperate language about “a new wave of assault on Islam” and accused those who go to civil courts to enforce their constitutional rights against syariah authorities as persons who are colluding with enemies of Islam.

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Opinion , Shad Faruqi

   

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