KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 6 — PAS today announced that it would let the state government decide on the sale of alcoholic beverages in Muslim-majority areas in Selangor.
“At this stage, we at the central committee level are confident that the matter can be resolved by the state government,” said party secretary-general Datuk Mustafa Ali.
“We are confident that Tan Sri Khalid Ibrahim can handle the problem wisely,” he added.
On Tuesday, Selangor PAS chief and state executive councillor Datuk Hassan Ali demanded DAP's Ronnie Liu be stripped of his local council portfolio.
Hassan said that the decision was made by the state PAS after Liu ordered council officers to return the beer seized from a convenience store as local councils are not empowered to conduct such seizures.
“From the Islamic point of view, there is no blanket ban on the sale of alcohol,” said Mustafa.
When asked whether PAS endorses Hassan's demand for Liu to be reassigned, Mustafa said the matter did not arise.
“There is no need for Datuk Hassan Ali's explanation, this is not about individuals but it's about policy,” he said to a question on whether the central committee had sought an explanation from Hassan.
Mustafa added that disagreement among party leaders in Pakatan Rakyat-controlled state governments is normal.
“Look at Kedah, the problem raised by DAP was handled by state leaders wisely without the need for the central level to interfere,” said Mustafa, referring to Kedah DAP's threat to pull out of the state PR after disagreement with Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Azizan Razak.
“You can look at the latest development as a sign of disunity or you can interpret this as PR's wisdom in solving problems when the issue is over,” he added.
On allegations that Hassan did not consult the Selangor PAS liaison committee before calling for Liu's removal, Mustafa explained that the state Dewan Harian or management committee can act for the state liaison committee “on matters that require swift response.”
Shah Alam MP Khalid Samad today said that Hassan had not adhered to party procedure when calling for the reshuffle of state executive councillor.
“But on matters that require further discussion, they may be brought to the liaison committee,” added Mustafa.
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written by noqunyvz, August 06, 2009
written by noqunyvz, August 06, 2009
That's more like it. Let discussion begins. Let diplomacy resumes.
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written by dragonfly, August 06, 2009
written by dragonfly, August 06, 2009
Look at the positive side. Let them sort out these "family" problems now and understand each other in moving forward. It's better these problems surface now rather than when PR is the Federal Government.
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written by booikheng, August 06, 2009
written by booikheng, August 06, 2009
this is an non-issue as far as one follows civil law ,if at all a muslim wants to take alcohal,the ulama and muslim scholars should instead educate the muslims against it, self-regulation is better than imposed law.perhaps it its high time that muslims wake up to their self-descipline by not resorting everything to imposition of law ,and see their inner-self grow and glow,and avoid imposition of religious law in the public domain which might one way another leading to erosion of public trust that we malaysians are weak to conduct ourselves in a proper manner,and are lack of desipline to our faith .that would speak a lot for we have more urgent tasks and social problems to trackle like mat-rempit, abuse of drug,corruption culture,and social security etc.Wake up Malaysians including people from PAS,airse from religions ,races and different cultural backgrounds ,and allow each malaysian to see each other as tyuely anak malaysia ,and we are still in time to correct the mistakes we have passively allowed the politicians to make for the past few decades!
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written by Nik, August 06, 2009
written by Nik, August 06, 2009
If an individual of any faith want to drink alcohol it is difficult to stop him. If he cannot find it in Shah Alam he will get it from some other places, he will not change, the point is he still drink.
If a person is strong it his faith, you can put a bottle free of charge in front of his table he still won't drink, a woman in front of him he will not do anything, money to him (bribe) he won't take.
We don't understand why all the fuss about selling alcohol in certain areas. Do you think that by not selling alcohol in certain would help a person or stop him from alcohol or he will become better. The answer no.
The problem is the individual person not the 7-11 or the retail shops. If he feels it is a "sin" he has a choice to buy or not to buy.
We hope that politician making statement has some common sense and also considerate to others who want to drink. To the public stopping retail shops in certain areas from selling alcohol is not the solution to the problem.
If a person is strong it his faith, you can put a bottle free of charge in front of his table he still won't drink, a woman in front of him he will not do anything, money to him (bribe) he won't take.
We don't understand why all the fuss about selling alcohol in certain areas. Do you think that by not selling alcohol in certain would help a person or stop him from alcohol or he will become better. The answer no.
The problem is the individual person not the 7-11 or the retail shops. If he feels it is a "sin" he has a choice to buy or not to buy.
We hope that politician making statement has some common sense and also considerate to others who want to drink. To the public stopping retail shops in certain areas from selling alcohol is not the solution to the problem.
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written by stanleyteoh, August 06, 2009
written by stanleyteoh, August 06, 2009
It is hypocritical for PAS to behave in this way. Why don´t they also call for the removal of Carlesberg Brewery from Shah Alam, and ask ALL muslims to NEVER work in ANY places that produce/sells/serves alcoholic drinks and beverages ? Instead od calling for a ban, it would be better for PAS to conduct classes to EDUCATE muslims on the dos and don´ts in Islam. I am not interfering in Islams, but am against the silly directives of mortals ! Next thing you know, PAS will be forbiding Muslims to work with Chinese businesses in buildings that has prayer alters !
Come on PAS, don´t make yourself sound so stupid !!
Come on PAS, don´t make yourself sound so stupid !!
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written by Two Cents, August 06, 2009
written by Two Cents, August 06, 2009
I think the issue here is not about banning alchohol at all 7-Eleven outlets. We must be reminded that the "original issue" here is whether council officers have the power to go into a premise to confiscate beer? - Mr. Ronnie's disgust was with this (i.e. he is of the strong opinion that his own council members acted outside their authority). Why then suddenly this became a religious issue pulak?? All parties must hold onto horses and exercise restrain before shooting their minds at an impasse. There are bound to be differences, its only natural BUT dont let this blow-up until the BN fellows uses such episode to make PR look bad. Look at the issue, not the ego!!!
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written by Cherubim, August 06, 2009
written by Cherubim, August 06, 2009
I always believed that religion should be kept at home, and on your person only, not imposed unwittingly on others. What you believe is truth is not necessarily another person's truth, and who are we but corruptible and humble human ourselves to impose our beliefs of what truth is on others?
Personally, I know for a fact that impose whatever moral rules you will, but there will always be people Muslim or not having sex out of wedlock, drinking beer or wine at will etc etc. As long as it is done at home I think that no one has the right to interfere. If it is being sold as long as the shop owner's not Muslims the state has no right to interfere
We are above all else, a secular country first, everything else second. Our policies should also reflect that, irrespective of whichever political party is in power.
Personally, I know for a fact that impose whatever moral rules you will, but there will always be people Muslim or not having sex out of wedlock, drinking beer or wine at will etc etc. As long as it is done at home I think that no one has the right to interfere. If it is being sold as long as the shop owner's not Muslims the state has no right to interfere
We are above all else, a secular country first, everything else second. Our policies should also reflect that, irrespective of whichever political party is in power.
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written by titos, August 06, 2009
written by titos, August 06, 2009
why are there guardians ?? Are we the sheeps that need this interference ?? Let the people decide. Good education is the way.
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written by Ahmad, August 06, 2009
written by Ahmad, August 06, 2009
Everything that comes from Pas regarding Islam you all will say stupid. Even when they are in mood for diplomacy. Now I think Pas is trying very hard in winning at Non muslim heart. But likewise non muslim is not helping it anyhow. Why is this happening? Maybe Pas leader can deal with this kind of attitude but not the muslim community who for long want changes in Malaysia. I bet you that next GE UMNO will make a very good comeback looking at this website and Malaysia Today, where most of the comment are bias to Muslim. As a muslim Im really sad when non muslim talk about Islam. Islam extreme Islam this Islam that. In malaysia orang berbudi kita berbahasa orang memberi kita merasa. Like wise. Think about it......Allahuakbar......
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written by change28, August 06, 2009
written by change28, August 06, 2009
Hassan said that the decision was made by the state PAS after Liu ordered council officers to return the beer seized from a convenience store as local councils are not empowered to conduct such seizures.
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Dear Ahmad, the issue is about whether the local councils are empowered to conduct such seizures. The local councils are not empowered to do so.
In this case, the seizure is unlawful and the goods should be returned. We cannot have simply anyone confiscating goods because he thinks the goods should not be sold in a particular area. What difference is that from being robbed of your belongings?
By all means, Hassan Ali should push for a law to disallow sales of alcohol drinks in Shah Alam. If the community agrees, the law should be implemented.
But we cannot have just anybody taking the law into their own hands and taking actions outside of the law.
It is as simple as that and has nothing to do with Islam or PAS.
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Dear Ahmad, the issue is about whether the local councils are empowered to conduct such seizures. The local councils are not empowered to do so.
In this case, the seizure is unlawful and the goods should be returned. We cannot have simply anyone confiscating goods because he thinks the goods should not be sold in a particular area. What difference is that from being robbed of your belongings?
By all means, Hassan Ali should push for a law to disallow sales of alcohol drinks in Shah Alam. If the community agrees, the law should be implemented.
But we cannot have just anybody taking the law into their own hands and taking actions outside of the law.
It is as simple as that and has nothing to do with Islam or PAS.
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written by Yang Asli, August 06, 2009
written by Yang Asli, August 06, 2009
If iman is strong and stirctly follow to the teaching even a naked lady standing infront will not be shaken or tempted. In some countries of serba kekurangan, still a test of his/her iman. Do not blame surrounding because of oneself.
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written by Unbiased, August 06, 2009
written by Unbiased, August 06, 2009
MUSLIM MAJORITY AREA.
I quite often visit my sister at a Rancangan Perumahan Awam scheme in Kedah where I had come across the slaughtering of cows on the playground right in front of my sister's house. To us Indians it is against our Hindu religion to kill or consume the sacred animal but considering the situation we just close the doors to avoid seeing the procedure. This is how we are living in a multi race and religion country even when some ignore the sensitivity of other religion. Malaysians, we need miracles to keep us as a united and understanding population.
I quite often visit my sister at a Rancangan Perumahan Awam scheme in Kedah where I had come across the slaughtering of cows on the playground right in front of my sister's house. To us Indians it is against our Hindu religion to kill or consume the sacred animal but considering the situation we just close the doors to avoid seeing the procedure. This is how we are living in a multi race and religion country even when some ignore the sensitivity of other religion. Malaysians, we need miracles to keep us as a united and understanding population.
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written by Muslim, August 06, 2009
written by Muslim, August 06, 2009
Ahmad is right. Keep on insulting Islam & Muslims. We Muslims regardless of race will respond accordingly next GE. Allahuakbar!
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written by Ron CK Sim, August 06, 2009
written by Ron CK Sim, August 06, 2009
Azam - You are comparing selling beer with having porno on TV? That shows yr intelligence (or the lack of it). Need not me explain further. Btw, seems like you are utterly ignorant about the law. Can a local council seize beers from a licenced seller like 7-11? It's ultra vires. I dont expect you to understand this latin phrase anyway. If you need to understand, read the comment in simple language by "change28". One last thing, if you need to use 'CAPITAL' letters to highlight yr arguments, it shows you were worried that people would not take notice of yr point! How pathetic is that?
matdanPas - Again, another moron. Just because majority muslims decided for the beer to be seized means it should be seized? Is there no rule of law in this country? Wait till there is a law on this then you can go to the market and shout yr heart out for the enforcement officers to seize everything they are empowered by law to seize. Btw, Im sure the majority Shah Alam muslims are not so narrow minded like our DOCTOR HASSAN ALI. He's a smiling assasin in PAS Selangor. Khalid Samad (MP for SA in case you are not aware) is a much better man to helm PAS in a modern state of Selangor.
Ahmad - Read again what has been written by "change28". I support PAS but u surely know Hassan Ali is the problem here, not PAS or Islam in general. Look at the issue, not blindly categorise it as Islam, non Islam.
matdanPas - Again, another moron. Just because majority muslims decided for the beer to be seized means it should be seized? Is there no rule of law in this country? Wait till there is a law on this then you can go to the market and shout yr heart out for the enforcement officers to seize everything they are empowered by law to seize. Btw, Im sure the majority Shah Alam muslims are not so narrow minded like our DOCTOR HASSAN ALI. He's a smiling assasin in PAS Selangor. Khalid Samad (MP for SA in case you are not aware) is a much better man to helm PAS in a modern state of Selangor.
Ahmad - Read again what has been written by "change28". I support PAS but u surely know Hassan Ali is the problem here, not PAS or Islam in general. Look at the issue, not blindly categorise it as Islam, non Islam.
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written by Ahmad Tang Saravanan, August 06, 2009
written by Ahmad Tang Saravanan, August 06, 2009
Secularism!! Do not infringe my rights, its protected under the constitution? If the muslim community wants beer out of their area, follow procedure and the law! If me and my friends/ community dont like burgers, we cant just confiscate them out of the shops, its an illegal action! This is what people mean by Bodoh actions. Faham? Also, its infringes the right of the non-muslims, AND muslims. Ape ni, taliban ke? Then next thing, no tv, no music, no cars, no internet. Malay culture dah hilang, all following adat people yang extreme. Semua dah denial adat melayu/ Malaysia, nak ikut adat Pakistan atau Arab instead is it? Remember, Zaman jahiliah? ini adat yang diikuti. Buta,buta je ikut. Semua Hipocritikal. Current Government may have issues (corruption, judiciary and institutions), but PAS and its mentality (lack of) will ruin Malaysia! Respect law and order, all people's rights and the constitution.
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written by Ahmad Tang Saravanan, August 06, 2009
written by Ahmad Tang Saravanan, August 06, 2009
written by Ahmad, August 06, 2009
Everything that comes from Pas regarding Islam you all will say stupid. Even when they are in mood for diplomacy. Now I think Pas is trying very hard in winning at Non muslim heart. But likewise non muslim is not helping it anyhow. Why is this happening? Maybe Pas leader can deal with this kind of attitude but not the muslim community who for long want changes in Malaysia. I bet you that next GE UMNO will make a very good comeback looking at this website and Malaysia Today, where most of the comment are bias to Muslim. As a muslim Im really sad when non muslim talk about Islam. Islam extreme Islam this Islam that. In malaysia orang berbudi kita berbahasa orang memberi kita merasa. Like wise. Think about it......Allahuakbar......
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Eh Ahmad, Im muslim, but educated, like Allah intended. PAS is not GOD, dont buta, buta ikut. Dia orang manusia, dengan agenda sendiri, using the issues for political points, hence, its a political party. So, pikir la, it might hurt at first but then you get used to it.
Everything that comes from Pas regarding Islam you all will say stupid. Even when they are in mood for diplomacy. Now I think Pas is trying very hard in winning at Non muslim heart. But likewise non muslim is not helping it anyhow. Why is this happening? Maybe Pas leader can deal with this kind of attitude but not the muslim community who for long want changes in Malaysia. I bet you that next GE UMNO will make a very good comeback looking at this website and Malaysia Today, where most of the comment are bias to Muslim. As a muslim Im really sad when non muslim talk about Islam. Islam extreme Islam this Islam that. In malaysia orang berbudi kita berbahasa orang memberi kita merasa. Like wise. Think about it......Allahuakbar......
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Eh Ahmad, Im muslim, but educated, like Allah intended. PAS is not GOD, dont buta, buta ikut. Dia orang manusia, dengan agenda sendiri, using the issues for political points, hence, its a political party. So, pikir la, it might hurt at first but then you get used to it.
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written by citizen, August 06, 2009
written by citizen, August 06, 2009
look like PAS try to work out to make PR loose their power in Selangor and they want achieve their dream to form goverment with UMNO. If not that why suddenly they band beer in muslim majority residency. They must understand that this PR goverment is a coaltion with PKR,DAP and PAS. they are third in this coalation.
tidur bersama tapi mimpi berlainan
tidur bersama tapi mimpi berlainan
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written by damz, August 06, 2009
written by damz, August 06, 2009
Ron CK Sim,
it might be ultra vires for local council to seize beer. IMHO, its not about local council wrongly seized the beers. It is an annoyance to see beers freely sold in Muslim majority area, its like to see porks freely sold in Muslim majority area. If u wanna consume thems, just dont sell it in Muslim majority areas.
Cherubim,
You believed that religion should be kept at home but as a Muslim, it is against our faith. Our faith is at everywhere...at home, at stadium, at swimming pool, at parliament and AT TOILET also (if you dont know), so dont force your belief on others.
Nik.
I dont know your faith but statement like "you can put a bottle free of charge in front of his table he still won't drink" it absolutely incorrect from islamic jurisprudence. Muslim must avoid haram things at all cost and not mingle around with haram things just because he dont take/consume the haram things.
I am loyal PAS supporter and willingly vote for DAP in last GE. But im not sure about that in next GE. Its a very long way to go for PR if above conversation reflect electorate views.
it might be ultra vires for local council to seize beer. IMHO, its not about local council wrongly seized the beers. It is an annoyance to see beers freely sold in Muslim majority area, its like to see porks freely sold in Muslim majority area. If u wanna consume thems, just dont sell it in Muslim majority areas.
Cherubim,
You believed that religion should be kept at home but as a Muslim, it is against our faith. Our faith is at everywhere...at home, at stadium, at swimming pool, at parliament and AT TOILET also (if you dont know), so dont force your belief on others.
Nik.
I dont know your faith but statement like "you can put a bottle free of charge in front of his table he still won't drink" it absolutely incorrect from islamic jurisprudence. Muslim must avoid haram things at all cost and not mingle around with haram things just because he dont take/consume the haram things.
I am loyal PAS supporter and willingly vote for DAP in last GE. But im not sure about that in next GE. Its a very long way to go for PR if above conversation reflect electorate views.
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written by matdanPAS, August 06, 2009
written by matdanPAS, August 06, 2009
Ron CK Sim, bro….Waah sedap you cakap orang moron, but any how thanks for supporting PAS…ok agreed with you that there is no rule YET written by the Selangor state, but as a muslim leader it is a responsibility of Dr. Hassan Ali as instructed by Allah SWT (Islamic law) and further more the majority Muslims in that area have complained for sooooo many times…put your self in Dr. Hassan ali shoes what is your action….just ignore or “buat pekak”….come on lah bro don’t be single minded la…don’t be selfish la only think about you and your Principe …..how about your muslims brothers feeling….you say you all want 1 Malaysia and PAS for all….to have this we must have give and take lah….again to say the banning is only at muslim majority areas…what is the problem? If you stay at this area and want to drink beer …take your big cars and go get it from other area…what is the problem?
In Kedah related to the pig abattoir “tanpa permit” and clearly against the state law also majority of you all bashed Ust Azizan…now you are talking about law ha ha you are making me laugh and this clearly shows your attitude.
Any how I don’t blame you all on your misunderstanding about Islam and its laws and the beauty of Islam….may be PAS also still not efficient in dakwah (propagation) about Islam and its beauty, but for sure the blame should be on UMNO…after for soo many years ruling the state and country they have done nothing to propagate the real Islam….the immoral they have shown caused a lot of misunderstanding about Islam…it is going to be very tough for PAS leaders to correct this…may Allah SWT help us (PAS leaders, members and supporters)…..insyallah.
ooppps forget ....if PAS wants PR to loose its power in Selangor we can do that immediately after the 12th GE, not now...and thats is not our agenda...please dont make baseless accusation. Agreed we are third in PR coalition but reality is we have the biggest machinary and we contribute a lot to PR during 12GE....tak percaya go and ask Selangor PR leaders....1st Aug demo as one of the participant i dare say 80% are from PAS......without PAS, PR hanya dalam mimpi.
In Kedah related to the pig abattoir “tanpa permit” and clearly against the state law also majority of you all bashed Ust Azizan…now you are talking about law ha ha you are making me laugh and this clearly shows your attitude.
Any how I don’t blame you all on your misunderstanding about Islam and its laws and the beauty of Islam….may be PAS also still not efficient in dakwah (propagation) about Islam and its beauty, but for sure the blame should be on UMNO…after for soo many years ruling the state and country they have done nothing to propagate the real Islam….the immoral they have shown caused a lot of misunderstanding about Islam…it is going to be very tough for PAS leaders to correct this…may Allah SWT help us (PAS leaders, members and supporters)…..insyallah.
ooppps forget ....if PAS wants PR to loose its power in Selangor we can do that immediately after the 12th GE, not now...and thats is not our agenda...please dont make baseless accusation. Agreed we are third in PR coalition but reality is we have the biggest machinary and we contribute a lot to PR during 12GE....tak percaya go and ask Selangor PR leaders....1st Aug demo as one of the participant i dare say 80% are from PAS......without PAS, PR hanya dalam mimpi.
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written by swipenter, August 06, 2009
written by swipenter, August 06, 2009
PAS is looking like Umno nowadays. Anything they cannot handle they want it banned
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written by jojo, August 06, 2009
written by jojo, August 06, 2009
“You can look at the latest development as a sign of disunity or you can interpret this as PR's wisdom in solving problems when the issue is over,” he added.
i like this statement, look at the wisdom way once the issue is over. that how PR's handle and solving the families problem. again even within the family among siblings also have disunity or disagreement over the decision and statement by the head of family.
is a process of being UNITY among each parties to find the BALANCE POINT among each other. let's wait and see the outcome how the PR head handle the issue. i have confident they will handle it wisely!
i like this statement, look at the wisdom way once the issue is over. that how PR's handle and solving the families problem. again even within the family among siblings also have disunity or disagreement over the decision and statement by the head of family.
is a process of being UNITY among each parties to find the BALANCE POINT among each other. let's wait and see the outcome how the PR head handle the issue. i have confident they will handle it wisely!
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written by weird, August 06, 2009
written by weird, August 06, 2009
probably malaysia is the only country that allow beer/liqour be sold at 7-E. u cant find it in Qld. australia
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written by PRWATCHER, August 06, 2009
written by PRWATCHER, August 06, 2009
I can assure you if PAS do not let it goes to the head and have discussion with DAP and PKR on whatever Islamic agenda - do not look at Islam from Muslim point of view only, the next GE, PR will be the boss in Federal. Otherwise, regret after GE13 will be too late. So, PAS, you have to openly discuss with your partners, do not give surprises to the Rakyat.
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written by ki, August 07, 2009
written by ki, August 07, 2009
i dunt understand y this ppl have problem with the alcohol sold in muslim area. Actually its all in thier hands ( muslims) wether to drink or not. overseas, there are so many muslim selling beers in their restaurants but they dunt drink it... i have known 3 or 4 of them ( and they are arabs , do you know that) , in england and australia its so common. just like beef , if they want to sell beef in indian resident , its up to them ( the indians to eat or no) , more else tell me , if you go to market you can see the malays selling beef, cooking beef in restaurants. the indians dunt have any problem with that... yet they still can eat in their restaurant using the same plates and pans. Only those who are fanatic will act like this. fanatism will never ever bring them far and good in their life.
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written by Peace Lover, August 07, 2009
written by Peace Lover, August 07, 2009
PAS is showing its true colors again.
I never trusted, trust or will trust PAS.
PAS trying to draw attention of the Muslims by
calling for the Ban of Alcohol in Muslim areas.
Will this move really solve the problem?
How do divide Muslim and Non-Muslim areas??
In a multiracial country like Malaysia, especially in a state
like Selangor etc how to you divide Mulsim area & Non Muslim area??
Why divide anyway?? It is more harmfull, isn't it PAS???
Please think National.. don't have Mcro views with Micro Brains please.
PLEASE UNITE MALAYSIANS.. DO NOT DIVIDE...
I never trusted, trust or will trust PAS.
PAS trying to draw attention of the Muslims by
calling for the Ban of Alcohol in Muslim areas.
Will this move really solve the problem?
How do divide Muslim and Non-Muslim areas??
In a multiracial country like Malaysia, especially in a state
like Selangor etc how to you divide Mulsim area & Non Muslim area??
Why divide anyway?? It is more harmfull, isn't it PAS???
Please think National.. don't have Mcro views with Micro Brains please.
PLEASE UNITE MALAYSIANS.. DO NOT DIVIDE...
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written by MK, August 07, 2009
written by MK, August 07, 2009
MK: The 'end justifies the means' sort of argument truly comes alive these days.
Muslims forbid alcohol consumption so they argue that alcohol beverage cannot be sold in Muslim-majority areas. Apply this situation to another scenario. Take for example, what if Hindus forbid sale of beef in Hindu-majority areas? They too can argue for the ban based on their religious tenets.
If we accept this notion as socially 'correct', are we going to argue that alcohol cannot be sold in MAS airplanes because of Muslim-majority passengers and beef cannot be served because it offends Hindu passengers' sensitivities and Buddhists can argue that serving meat on board is offensive to them too.
Food for thought .
Muslims forbid alcohol consumption so they argue that alcohol beverage cannot be sold in Muslim-majority areas. Apply this situation to another scenario. Take for example, what if Hindus forbid sale of beef in Hindu-majority areas? They too can argue for the ban based on their religious tenets.
If we accept this notion as socially 'correct', are we going to argue that alcohol cannot be sold in MAS airplanes because of Muslim-majority passengers and beef cannot be served because it offends Hindu passengers' sensitivities and Buddhists can argue that serving meat on board is offensive to them too.
Food for thought .
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