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Sharia

Refer back to the concept of Sharia. What are some specific examples that show how Sharia affects Malala and her community?

Asked by fran.brace@use.salvationarmy.org on 06 Feb 00:51

Last updated by Cat on 06 Feb 01:04

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Answered by Cat on 06 Feb 01:04

Sharia law is religious law that forms part of the Islamic tradition. Malala and her community had to put up with a narrow interpretation of Sharia law. Girls were not allowed to attend school. Men had to have long beards. Western media and culture was not permitted. Any schools that did exist taught conservative Islamic ideas only.

"the men in black turbans wearing badges pledging "sharia law or martyrdom"