THIS refers to Dr Hoodbhoy’s article ‘Math in our madressahs?’
It is tempting to think that the teaching of science, mathematics and English
in madressahs would substantially reduce terrorism in the country.
The author has, however, ignored the fact that some terrorists
(like the ones responsible for Sabin Mahmud’s murder and the Safoora massacre)
had a good education, and one of them is even a business graduate from a
prestigious institution.
And what about those Pakistani origin men who carried out train
and bus bombings in the UK? In fact, the UK was terrorised for many years by
Irish terrorists, most of whom were products of the British education system
which prioritises the teaching of mathematics, science and English.
It should be obvious that even quality education cannot prevent
a person from being brainwashed and turning to terrorism. There must be other
factors involved.
Shakir Lakhani
Karachi
Printed in DAWN, July 27, 2015
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