DNA Exclusive: Will French law against Islamism pave way for Uniform Civil Code in India?
The word Islam has not been used anywhere in this law, but it is being said that religious fundamentalist forces here mean Islamic fundamentalism because France is troubled by Islamic fundamentalist forces these days. The aim of this law is to stop religious fundamentalism, to take people away from the path of separatism, take them on the path of development and create a safer and more secure environment.
Feb 18, 2021, 00:31 AM IST
French Assembly passes bill designed mainly to counter rise in Islamism
The legislation did not single out any particular religion, but it cracked down on practices such as forced marriage and virginity tests. It included tough measures against online apologists for acts of violence, stricter surveillance of religious associations, and tighter restrictions on educating children outside mainstream schools.
Feb 17, 2021, 15:28 PM IST
