The government stresses zero compromise on insults against Islam, confirming the arrest and court charge of a student over a Quran desecration incident.
KUALA LUMPUR: The government has stressed it will not compromise on any form of insult against Islam, particularly those involving the holy Quran.
Senior press secretary to the Prime Minister Tunku Nashrul Abaidah said the government views seriously the spread of malicious slander and false references deliberately circulated by irresponsible parties.
He stated these actions are clearly intended to tarnish the government’s efforts and disrupt public order by conflating different issues.
Regarding the issue of the desecration of the Quran involving a university student, the MADANI Government stressed that the individual was arrested by police a day after the incident became public knowledge.
He confirmed immediate action was taken and the individual was charged in court today.
Tunku Nashrul added that the country is governed based on the rule of law, as emphasised by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
He said true justice requires a transparent legal process rather than punishment without due consideration.
In this regard, he urged the public to refer to authentic sources before disseminating information.
He also called on people to refrain from using social media to spread unfounded allegations and allow the legal process to proceed fairly.
“Do not exploit the sanctity of religion for partisan political interests,” he said.
Tunku Nashrul also said the MADANI Government prays for the acceptance and ease of Muslims’ fasting, and remains committed to strengthening the nation’s prosperity.
