KUALA TERENGGANU, Jan 3 — The government is working with the authorities to monitor and curb the spread of deviant teachings in the country, said Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Zulkifli Hasan.
He said the community, including non-governmental organisations (NGOs), also play a crucial role in addressing the issue and ensuring Malaysia remains an exemplary Islamic nation.
“We are constantly cooperating with the authorities and monitoring the situation. All such (deviant) teachings are on our radar. Monitoring and enforcement efforts must also be carried out in accordance with the law,” he told reporters after officiating the Skuad Ihsan Madani disaster aid programme at SMK Padang Midin here today.
On Thursday, Deputy Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay revealed 14 deviant teaching groups have been identified as active in the country, and are being closely monitored by the Royal Malaysia Police.
Meanwhile, Zulkifli said his ministry, through its agencies, proactively conducts advocacy programmes for various segments of society, not only on the dangers of deviant teachings but also on the beauty of Islam based on the Quran and sunnah.
“The most important thing is how we convey the true teachings of Islam so all deviant teachings can be eradicated,” he said.
Earlier, Zulkifli presented aid in the form of basic necessities and school supplies to more than 100 residents in Kuala Terengganu affected by floods.
He said 540 students and 772 families affected by floods in Terengganu have benefited from the Skuad Ihsan Madani mission under his ministry.
