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Kerala Cleric’s Remarks Put Women’s Rights In Focus

Kerala cleric Kanthapuram A.P. Aboobacker Musliyar has sparked controversy by saying women should remain at home, comparing them to gold jewellery that retains its beauty when protected. He defended purdah as a means of preserving women’s dignity, while his remarks have triggered renewed debate over gender roles and women’s public participation.