Dhaka, April 13 -- Religious Affairs Adviser Dr A F M Khalid Hossain said on Saturday that Imams and Khatibs must play a responsible role in putting an end to the dowry system in society.

He called on religious leaders to use their platforms in various forums to speak out against this social curse, while addressing as the chief guest at an exchange-of-views meeting with Muslim Nikah Registrars held at the Kamrul Islam Siddiqui Auditorium of the LGED building in Chattogram

"Giving and taking dowry is a crime. Dowry is a curse in society. Slogans on banners and festoons alone will not bring the desired outcome. To discourage dowry, Imams and Khatibs must speak out. There are many forums where Khatibs, Imams, and Kazis have the opportunity...