Ulema and family planning honor

Ulema and family planning honor

From Suara Karya

We know from the media and television that the government has time and again presented honors to persons who have played an important role in making the family planning program a success. The recipients of the honor are, among others, minister, governors, military commanders and wives of high ranking officials.

However, no ulema has ever been awarded an honor in this particular field. In fact the ulema do play an important in family planning, particularly in the earlier 1970s when the government had just begun launching family planning program project.

That the Moslems are ready to accept family planning was due to the role of the ulema. The society could accept the explanations given by the ulema. Therefore, it is appropriate if the government considers awarding the ulema a family planning medal. The significance will be greater if the honor is presented during the month of Ramadhan.

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