In recent days, public debate has intensified over the land ownership and legal status of longstanding places of worship in Malaysia.
At the centre of the controversy are questions about land rights and historical occupation, as well the role of the authorities when religious sites predate modern land titles.
So when legality clashes with history, which should prevail? And what principles should guide us as a nation? Astro Awani’s Melisa Idris speaks with S Arutchelvan, the deputy chairperson of the socialist party PSM, and Latheefa Koya, the co-advisor to Lawyers for Liberty.
Produced by: Astro Awani
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Galakkan pembangunan saksama, lestari serta tangani krisis alam sekitar
Raikan kerencaman dan keterangkuman
Selamatkan demokrasi dan angkatkan keluhuran undang-undang
Lawan rasuah dan kronisme
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