In the Malaysian state of Kelantan imposed a penalty of flogging for those who violate Sharia law. About it reports The Independent.
The relevant bill approved by the Parliament of the state, where the majority of the deputies belong to the Islamic party of Malaysia (PAS). According to the document, roshashana can be performed inside the prison and publicly. “This is consistent with religious regulations, which require that punishment was public,” explained Deputy chief Minister of the state Mohd Amar Nik Abdullah.
The list of crimes that fall under the new law, not yet published. As notes the edition, it is highly likely that it will include adultery and drinking alcohol. According to the Minister of tourism and culture Nazri Abdul Aziz, the tightening of the law is unlikely to affect the tourist flow into the country, as foreigners rarely look in Kelantan. “If you’re worried about it, just don’t come to Kelantan,” he advised.
At the moment on the territory of Kelantan, where 92.5 percent of the population practice Islam, legislation, relying in part on Sharia law. In particular, the state banned night clubs and cinemas.