A Malaysian court on Monday overturned a government ban on a book about Islam, in a decision hailed as a landmark for freedom of speech.

The book, “Muslim Women and the Challenges of Islamic Extremism,” published by pressure group Sisters in Islam, was banned in 2008 after complaints it could confuse the Muslim community and cause public disorder.

High Court judge Mohamad Ariff Md Yusof said that the reaction to the seven disputed pages of the 215-page book was “wholly disproportionate to the concerns expressed.”

“The book itself was in circulation in Malaysia for two years before the (home) minister decided to ban the book,” he said.

“To conclude it creates a public order issue is something that cannot stand objective scrutiny. To that extent, an error of law is established on facts.”    »»» Breitbart (U.S.)

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