LETTER: Irrational teachings
In the name of religion and culture women are treated as unequal to men
19 September 2019 - 15:29
On September 18 the president announced measures to turn the tide against women abuse. By tackling uneven economic power dynamics the government can reduce the vulnerability of women to abuse.
But what about religion and culture, in the name of which women are treated as unequal to men based on religious teachings and cultural norms, subjugating women to inferior and subservient status? Such teachings are irrational, unjust and unacceptable to fair-minded people. Ironically, they conflict with the cornerstones of religion such as love, generosity and justice. ..
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