Islamic ministry flags publication of religious books without permission
In a recent announcement, the Islamic ministry noted that the 1994 religious unity law requires written permission from the ministry to preach, deliver sermons, and publish books concerning religion.
12 Jul 2015, 8:33 PM
The Islamic ministry has raised concern over publication of books on Islam in Dhivehi without official approval.
In an announcement, the Islamic ministry noted that the 1994 religious unity law requires written permission from the ministry to preach, deliver sermons, and publish books concerning religion.
The ministry said it has learned that books on Islam and Dhivehi translations of verses and parts of the Quran have been published without authorisation.
The ministry appealed for compliance with the law in publishing religious literature.
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