Malaysia's religious authorities intensify Ramadan moral policing, raising concerns about a more conservative form of Islam.
Malaysia's religious authorities have intensified moral policing during Ramadan, raising concerns about a shift toward a more conservative form of Islam in the culturally diverse nation. Muslims who eat or drink during daylight hours risk fines, as Malaysia's 20.6 million Muslims observe the month of fasting and reflection. Critics warn that this is part of a wider trend towards religious conservatism in the multi-ethnic country.
April 08, 2024
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