This article was automatically translated from HIBAPRESS, the Arabic version:
This article was automatically translated from HIBAPRESS, the Arabic version:
Heba Press – Rabat and Sherit
MP Mohamed Badou, belonging to the National Rally of Liberals, sent a written question to the Minister of Youth, Culture and Communication, Mohamed Bensaïd, on the continued use of insulting remarks against the Amazighs in public discourse.
The representative called on the minister to take strict measures to limit this phenomenon, whether at the local or international level, stressing the need to put an end to the use of terms such as “Berber” and “shallouh”, linked to negative connotations. historical connotations and undermine the cultural and civilizational value of the Amazighs.
The representative stressed that these descriptions contradict the Moroccan Constitution, which guarantees equality among all citizens and recognizes the Amazigh language as an official language alongside Arabic.
In this context, the MP called on the minister to clarify the measures taken by the ministry to deal with this phenomenon, and to present the strategy it seeks to implement to change the negative stereotypical image of the Amazighs and raise awareness. public opinion to this phenomenon. the importance of their culture and ancient history.
