The United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) has approved a disputed resolution condemning any acts that incite religious hatred following the burning of the Holy Quran in Sweden.
Introduced during an urgent debate called for by the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), the draft resolution affirmed the need to hold those responsible for such hateful acts responsible, in line with international human rights commitments.
A total of 28 countries voted in favour, 12 against and 7 countries abstained from voting.
The resolution condemns any acts that promote discrimination, hatred and violence in any form, be it visual, written, spoken or via digital platforms.
The resolution also called on countries to introduce laws and policies that prevent acts of religious hatred and take resolute measures to ensure accountability.
The passed motion stipulated that the burning of the Holy Quran or any other holy book intentionally and publicly, with the purpose of encouraging discrimination or violence, is a provocative act and a clear indication of religious hatred.
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