Islamic law is playing an increasing role in the Malaysian legal system. While many celebrate this trend, liberal Muslims inside and outside of Malaysia are concerned.
In particular, liberal Muslims are concerned about the recent application of strict Islamic law to women, Muslims who hold unorthodox beliefs or religious minorities.
To their great consternation, non-Muslims in Malaysia are even finding that the state’s application of Islamic law for “Muslims” also encroaches on their lives. [Jakarta Globe] Read more [via National Secular Society]
