Faisal

^ I agree that not every thing is in our control. Some times where people grow up and live is not a place of their chosing. My point is that given a choice, people who intend to practice a very strict version of their faith should live in a place that facilitates that, rather than a place where they are victimized due to their religious beliefs and practices.

Like this full-face niqaab lady. Her husband (who I assume is originally from Morocco but settled in France) had seen his wife being such a strict muslimah, should himself have figured out that living in France (which is very very liberal country) is probably not the wisest choice. If possible, move somewhere else. If not possible, then go through the ensuing pain. I am not advocating that people should just up and leave or a govt should force people to leave because they do not conform to their society values, I am talking about common sense personal decision-making and to minimize problems in your life.

Anyway, the example of rape in Saudi Arabia is again over the top. No country in the world condones rape. A better example will be that Saudi Arabia does not allow women to drive cars. Many other countries of the world offer similar or better opportunities but are not such restrictive societies. Not being able to drive a car may be important issue for some women, but if lure of money or opportunity makes them go to Saudi Arabia anyway, thats their choice.