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TACKLE SOCIAL ILLS AMONGST INDIAN COMMUNITY, SAYS ROSMAH.

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| September 23, 2005 | COPYRIGHT 2003 Financial Times Ltd. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

(From Bernama The Malaysian National News Agency)

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 23 (Bernama) -- A more organised, concerted and holistic approach is needed to tackle social ills amongst the Indian community, Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor, wife of the deputy prime minister, said today.

She said the Indian community was perceived as a naturally creative and innovative entrepreneurial people and considered as a great asset to the country.

The national population census revealed that 64.8 per cent of male Indians, 15 years and over, possessed a certificate, diploma or degree, she said.

"Amidst this good news, I am saddened that there is still a small group …

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