Malaysia, known for its multicultural society, has been seeing a rise in religious conservatism recently. This has been highlighted by the authorities’ stance on Ramadan fast-breaking activities. A significant increase in raids and fines for those not adhering to the traditional Islamic fast has been noted.
Islam is the official religion of Malaysia and is practiced predominantly by the ethnic Malay community. During Ramadan, a holy month for Muslims, they are expected to fast from dawn to dusk. However, in the recent past, punitive measures