Wednesday, November 07, 2012

Women are banned from visiting iconic Indian shrine as its female pilgrims are 'un-Islamic'

A 15th century mausoleum in the heart of Mumbai has attracted controversy after women were banned from visiting an iconic shrine inside.

The move by the Haji Ali mausoleum, less than half a mile from the shoreline of the Arabian sea, has caused outrage on Twitter with men and women condemning the move.

Members of a women's group said they were barred from visiting the site, where they had previously been able to pray inside the tomb, where the saint Pir Haji Ali Shah Bukhari is buried.

And now it is believed seven dargahs, Islamic shrines built over the grave of a revered religious figure, have banned women from entering certain areas with many more expected to follow suit.

At a similar shrine in Mahim, a small neighbourhood in Mumbai, trustees are alleged to have said they have been 'sensitising' women to the thought that going near the saint's grave is 'un-Islamic'. Full story...

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