The idea of cultural relativism is nothing but an excuse to violate human rights. - "Shirin Ebadi"

The idea of cultural relativism is nothing but an excuse to violate human rights.
Shirin Ebadi

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The condition of women in Islamic societies as a whole is also far from desirable. However, we should acknowledge that there are differences. In certain countries, the conditions are much better and in others much worse.
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How can you defy fear? Fear is a human instinct, just like hunger. Whether you like it or not, you become hungry. Similarly with fear. But I have learned to train myself to live with this fear.
- Shirin Ebadi