PETALING JAYA: Repeatedly labelling houses of worship, such as temples, as “illegal” oversimplifies a complex issue involving history, land ownership, and government administration, the G25 reform group said today.
In a statement issued ahead of tonight’s rally against “illegal” houses of worship, G25 said the issue was far more nuanced than portrayed by individuals and groups pushing for street demonstrations.
“Civil society groups, including rights organisations, have highlighted the need for careful and context-sensitive engagement on the legal status of houses of worship, noting that many historic temples were established by estate communities, and that simplistic framing can fuel misunderstanding and tensions,” it said.