New Delhi, Aug. 31 -- Former National President of BJP Minority Morcha Jamal Siddiqui on Monday reacted to a recent statement and circular concerning Islamic scholars in Keralam, stating that conservative thinking aimed at restricting women's participation in public life needs serious reconsideration.

His remarks came in response to a recent statement and circular reportedly issued by Samastha Kerala Jamiyyathul Ulama regarding women's participation in public platforms and their presence alongside men at public events.

It is noteworthy that, according to reports concerning a recent circular issued by Samastha Kerala Jamiyyathul Ulama, the organisation's President, E Sulaiman Musliyar, and General Secretary, Kanthapuram AP Aboobacker Mus...