‘Not fit for progressive society’: Keralam CM slams Muslim cleric’s ‘anti-women’ remarks
Keralam chief minister VD Satheesan on Wednesday slammed the anti-women remarks made recently by a prominent Muslim cleric, terming the latter’s stand “not fit for a progressive society”
Chief Minister V D Satheesan of Kerala has strongly condemned remarks made by influential cleric A P Aboobacker Musliyar, who suggested that Muslim women should not be present in public spaces. The cleric, known as "Kanthapuram," made the comments while issuing a directive to the community. However, Musliyar's remarks have faced significant backlash from various Muslim leaders and scholars, as well as the IUML, which has been an ally of the CM's party.
In response to the controversy, Satheesan emphasized that the stand taken by Kanthapuram is not suitable for a progressive Kerala, stating that women should have an active role in the mainstream society.
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