‘Indecent’ model show under investigation by Islamic ministry
The pageant drew criticism over the ‘indecent clothes’ worn by Maldivian models.
24 Apr 2018, 9:00 AM
The Islamic ministry is investigating a beauty pageant that concluded at the Adaaran Select Hudhuranfushi resort last week.
Top Model Maldives 2018, the first international competition of its kind to be held in the archipelago, drew criticism over “indecent clothes” worn by the Maldivian models.
The Islamic ministry’s media official told online outlet VFP that both the ministry and police are “looking into how it happened.” He declined to comment any further.
Photos of the show circulating on social media last week triggered a rush of criticism towards the government’s purported commitment to defending Islam and promoting its values.
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