Is it the outfit or the mind?

By Bob Yong
25th May 2008

When will the National Islamic Students Association of Malaysia (NISAM), especially its vise-president, Munirah Bahari. ever learned? NISAM’s myopic view on “school uniform worn by girls at government schools encourages rape and pre-marital sex” is devoid of facts.
Before they teach others righteousness, it is more important for NISAM to do some research to find out whether or not boys ogle at female bosoms because of the school attire they worn. For many people, the white blouse worn by the school girls is not at all attractive, and definitely cannot be considered ‘sexy’. If the blouse is sexy, it is in the mind of individuals. As a matter of fact, and in the context of modern civilization, the school uniform is nothing more than ordinary attire, commonly worn by Malaysians. Many victims of rape and sexual harassments are the work of pervert individuals who also prey on older women, under-aged girls and even infants.
Having a pure mind makes a pure person. Having a mind that perceives female as sex objects breeds corruptions and contempt.
It is better for the office bearers of NISAM to concentrate on their studies and leave the guardians of moral to the appropriate authorities. Learn before you preach, I say it to the members of NISAM and in this way, they will grow up better equipped and become useful citizens for the betterment of the country.