‘Islam does not prohibit national anthem’

He made the statement at a discussion organised by Ashekane Maizbhandar Association in Dhaka on the occasion of the Eid-e-Miladunnabi, the birthday of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh). “Some are questioning whether Islam allows singing of national anthem,” he said. “Let me make it clear – there is no problem in singing the national anthem to show one's love towards his or her motherland. “You can sing it as much as you want because it is not a ‘Shirk’ (polytheism) rather loving one's country is a part of ‘Iman’ (faith). Our Prophet also loved his country.” “Islam,” the Tarikat Federation chief said, “is a religion of peace and humanity that does not support militancy and terrorism. It teaches people to love their motherland.” Industries Minister Amir Hossain Amu and Civil Aviation Minister Rashed Khan Menon, who attended the programme, urged the people to take a stand against militancy and terrorism.