Ban on head scarves

Ban on head scarves

From Koran Tempo

The French government has appealed for Indonesian Muslims' understanding of the Laicite bill, which bans the conspicuous use of religious symbols, including head scarves. According to the French Embassy's cultural adviser in Jakarta, Gilles Garachon, the bill reflects his country's neutral attitude toward all citizens.

Who can guarantee the neutrality of a bill after its enforcement? Has the commission processing the bill also set up a control board to monitor its implementation over the long term?

Historically, such a law had to do with the domination of the Catholic church and the monarchical government system, which led to the French revolution in 1789. Can history provide a solid argument to prevent the reemergence of Catholic domination of the law in France?

Let us hope that there is no hidden agenda behind the law in the long run and it will truly reflect that country's neutrality and wisdom toward its entire population.

BUVINOHASAN Medan, North Sumatra