KUALA LUMPUR, Aug. 7 -- Politicians who compare women to animals or use religion in such comparisons may be breaking the law, said Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said.

She reminded political leaders to exercise caution when making such statements.

"To whom it may concern, if you are still comparing female leaders to animals in 2025, congratulations," she wrote in a post on X last night.

"You might just be breaking several provisions in the Penal Code (Act 574), just a friendly reminder: Section 509, Section 504 and Section 298A.

"If you're mixing in religion, the new Section 507B? Definitely! Do better, or lawyer up!" she added.

The Penal Code (Act 574) outlines va...