- 11/27/2006 3:03:14 PM

- The Star -

PARENTS of Indian students of SK Sri Baki in Senawang are upset that their children, who are in Year One, were forced to take Arabic in school.

Many of the pupils were forced to sit for the examinations even though there were no classes for the first six months, reported Malaysia Nanban.

The school had said that Arabic was a compulsory subject and the children had to sit for the paper.

The parents had sought an explanation from the headmaster, who said the matter was under the control of the State Education director. 

The officer in charge of languages in the state education department, Ustaz Hafizi, said headmasters were compelled to introduce Tamil, Chinese or Arabic to children of other communities. 

The upset parents complained to state MIC chief Datuk T. Rajagopalu, and said they would forward their complaints to the Education Minister. 

Tamil moviemakers in the country should ensure their movies were of good quality and highlight the social problems of the community, while local artistes should portray their characters with dedication. 

This call was made by the president of Sri Sruthi Mandram Datin Seri Indrani Samy Vellu when attending a special pooja (prayers) for new movie Sakarayogam yesterday, reported Tamil Nesan.

The movie was produced by G. Gana, a well-known local comedian and actor.

Indrani said local producers like Gana were successful because their films had comedy and also conveyed a message. Local producers should also ensure they don't offend any particular community, she said. 

The Star News 2006-11-27