Should Sikh children be allowed to wear a kirpan in school or not? FOR-Sikh Many Sikhs would say yes because it is a part of their religion. And it is not just that reason. They argue that if they are allowed to wear the other 4 ks‚ why not be allowed to wear the 5th. Many other people would argue against it because it’s a knife in general‚ but they say it will not be used it is simply there for their beliefs. Just because as Sikh has the kirpan knife on them doesn’t mean they will even get it out
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Response to Banning Kirpan at Que. National assembly A Catholic perspective From my understanding‚ the motion to ban the ceremonial daggers from the provincial legislature at the Quebec national assembly shouldn’t even be a concern. When Canada became a country‚ Quebec was included -aside from their identity debate- therefore they follow the same policy’s that Canadians follow too. Such as “Canada seeks to define how all Canadian’s- whatever the ethnic‚ cultural linguistic of religious background-
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limits on Religious Freedom of Expression? (Kirpans based example) Many people are of the opinion that Kirpans (a sword or dagger carried by many Sikhs) are weapon and; therefore‚ it should be prohibited for carrying in public places. In my point of view; however‚ Kirpans do not pose any safety risk and should be allowed. There are several points to support my opinion. First‚ people are not aware what the original purpose and meaning of a Kirpans are. Kirpan is not a weapon; it is a symbol‚ one out
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religion requires him to wear a kirpan at all times. A kirpan is as small religious object which symbolizes the purity of the faith and his commitment to defend it3.It bears a resemblance to a blade and is required to be made of metal. In November 2001‚ little 12 year old Gurbaj Singh accidentally dropped his kirpan while playing in the school yard‚ which he was wearing underneath his clothing. He attended École Sainte‑Catherine‑Labouré‚ after the discovery of the kirpan by the school board. In December
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To what extent should governments protect minority rights? Nearly every nation in the world has some form of minority groups from within it. These minority groups aren ’t limited to ethnicity‚ race or religion but can also include language‚ nationalities‚ sexual orientation‚ gender‚ economic and political groups . However the most domineering groups that seem to be asking for substantial sacrifices made on behalf of the majority of Canadian citizens safety‚ interests and welfare are Francophones
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LeDrew 1 Sikhism in Canada: Past‚ Present and Future Sikhs Arrive to Canada In the world today there are many different religions‚ all of which have their own beliefs and traditions. Sikhism is one religion in Canada that has had many struggles to be accepted into society. In 1897 Sikhs began to arrive in Canada: “Up to 1950‚ Sikhs constituted more than 85% of all East Indian immigration to Canada.” (Brar 1) These Sikhs were not welcomed with open arms‚ however Canada was not happy with the amount
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Canadian Law Position Paper “Minority Rights” Law - Position Paper CLN4U1-01 Ali Essop In Canada it is imperative that we protect the rights of minorities‚ but only to an extent. Canada is country with a strong policy to accepting immigrants‚ standing up for statutory minorities (even non-statutory minorities)‚ and supporting equality
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circle and is used for baptism in Sikhism and two Kirpans (single-edged swords) which most Sikhs carry around in the day but most people are scared by this and think that the Sikhs are going to attack but the Kirpans for Sikhs are really for defending themselves not attacking others. There are five K’s in Sikhism and is very important. They are the Kara (steel ring that you put on your wrist)‚ Kanga (comb for their long hair)‚ Kacha (shorts)‚ Kirpans (sword) and Kesh (long hair). A Sikh warrior
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COMM 315 Business Law and Ethics 07-Jan-08 |Law: |Ethics: | |if it’s not written it’s not law |norms | | |cultural values | |
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Religion and Democracy: A look at the purposed Quebec Charter of Values Lee H. Scott 6783130 PHIL 2860 Due Date: 12/06/2013 “Before the feelings of pleasure‚ anger‚ sorrow‚ and joy are aroused it is called equilibrium (chung‚ centrality‚ mean). When these feelings are aroused and each and all attain due measure and degree‚ it is called harmony. Equilibrium is the great foundation of the world‚ and harmony its universal
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