China has reportedly banned dozens of Muslim names like Islam, Quran, Mecca, Jihad, Imam and Saddam in Muslim-majority Xinjiang province. Human Rights Watch reportedly said the names were banned as they could “exaggerate religious fervour”. Reportedly, children with banned names will not be able to obtain a "hukou," or household registration, essential for accessing public school and other social services. The move is reportedly aimed at fighting terrorism in the region.
By Vikraman Maniraj | Apr 25, 2017 9:46 PM #ChinaBanMuslimNames
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