Deviationist teachings committee safeguards sanctity of Islam, says Idris

BALING: The national-level Steering Committee on Addressing Deviationist Teachings (Japas) under the Islamic Development Department Malaysia (Jakim) plays a role in safeguarding the sanctity of Islam from being insulted or ridiculed by irresponsible parties.

Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Idris Ahmad (pic) said the committee, which is chaired by him,comprised the National Security Council (NSC), Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM), Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) and the State Islamic Religious Department.