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69 of virtue, nor have they been prohibited from being like men in goodness. Where does Islam state that women should be bound in chains? Islam cuts at the root of lust. Just look at what is happening in Europe. We are told that people fornicate like they were dogs and alcohol is so widespread that if liquor stores were put in a line they would extend for three miles. What teaching has led to this result? Is this on account of observing the veil or due to removing the veil?’ (Malfuzāt Vol. 1 p 297-298). ” (Address to Ladies Jalsa Salana Germany August 23, 2003, Al-Fazl International, November 18, 2005) Defending the Islamic commandment of Purda and emphasizing upon maintaining its basic spirit, Huzoor Anwar atba said at an occasion: “Today the purpose of slandering Islam by using the issue of Purda is prevalent in Europe. Our girls and ladies should organize a campaign to write articles and letters to newspapers on this topic. Our girls have done a good job in the UK and Germany regarding this. Purda is for upholding the honour of women, and our religion presents this concept. Every religion has the concept of establishing the honour of women. Some distorted the form of Purda later on. Not far back in the past, Christianity did not give even basic rights to women and they were constrained in certain restrictions. Purda is to uphold a woman’s honour. It is in the nature of women that they desire to be respected; everyone wants respect. Women have a certain honour which they want to maintain and they should do so. Islam champions the honour, respect and rights of women. Thus, it is not because of coercion that women observe Purda or wear the. This effort is to establish their individuality and respect. ” (Friday Sermon April 23, 2010 Switzerland, Al-Fazl International, May 14, 2010)