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Patriotism is a very important ingredient  in the process of maintaining unity. Patriotism often refers to feelings of love and affection for the country. In the context of Malaysia, the spirit of patriotism, among others, is focused on the characteristics of obedience to the law and unwavering loyalty to national sovereignty.

A comprehensive policy known as the ‘National Unity Policy’ was recently launched by the Prime Minister, Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin.  The “National Unity Policy” underscores the importance of unity in diversity. It strives to strengthen Malaysia’s national unity along with integration that is based on the Federal Constitution and Rukun Negara . This policy aims to form national identity along with the spirit of being patriotic, tolerance, mutual respect and as well as being responsible. Undeniably, patriotism is indeed significant in bringing about a united Malaysian society.

In this regard, in enhancing patriotism and the understanding of democracy, it is essential for us to enhance our appreciation towards Malaysian history. It is true that history has taught us the meaning of maturity – the state of being mature, both intellectually and emotionally.. The sharing of a balanced historical education, among others, encompasses the history of the Federation of Malaya in 1957, followed by the Formation of Malaysia in 1963. It also includes the sacrifices made by  local warriors such as Tok Janggut, Rentap and Dato Maharaja Lela and our heroes who fought for independence, for instance. Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra Al-Haj, Tun Tan Cheng Lock and Tun V.T. Sambanthan. This sharing should be nurtured from an early age. As such, the preservation of thought in historical education is believed to be able to increase the identity and spirit of patriotism among the younger generation in Malaysia.

Furthermore, the effort of enhancing literacy, understanding and appreciation regarding the sovereignty of the Federal Constitution and Rukun Negara are important in  our daily lives. The lack of understanding the principles and values ​​of the Federal Constitution, for example, will lead to confusion and turmoil over religious and race issues. This matter is feared to cause conflict among Malaysians. In this regard, various programmes and activities, for example, the National Speech Competitions, the National Storytelling Competitions, the Poetry and Short Story Writing Competitions as well as the entertaining Patriotic Stars programs are able to instil and strengthen the spirit of patriotism among the Malaysian plural society.

As the elderly saying goes, everything happens for a reason. Similarly, when applied in the context of patriotism, COVID-19 pandemic which has recently hit our country has successfully strengthened  the spirit of patriotism and, at the same time, the spirit of unity among Malaysians. This pandemic has shown that the Malaysian society is eager to help each other regardless of race, religion and political beliefs. Some are willing to provide food, clothing, necessities and others to the frontliners as well as people who are in need. In addition, the public has shown affection to the country by expressing their heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to the frontliners. All these clearly reflect the spirit of patriotism and strong unity among the Malaysian plural society.

In conclusion, it’s undeniable that the spirit of patriotism is the root to the unity of our multiracial society in Malaysia. In our effort to increase the spirit of patriotism and maintaining unity, we cannot rely solely on the role of government. Certainly, this is a shared responsibility collaboration and requires strong support and cooperation of non-Governmental organizations, the private sector, GLCs and related stakeholders. Such integrated involvement is indeed significant as they resemble unity amongst the people.  So, let us all continue to enhance the spirit of patriotism in our noble desire to preserve and maintain the unity of the country, and ultimately, for the sake of harmony, prosperity  and the well-being of all Malaysians.

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True Malaysians and Patriotism

• Puan Enizahura binti Abdul Aziz

In the midst of the excitement in celebrating Aidilfitri, one must not forget another forthcoming celebration — Merdeka Day. While the former rejoices the spiritual journey and striving in the way of God during the month of Ramadan, the latter calls for every citizen to commemorate the feeling of love towards the country and be thankful over the nation’s independence enjoyed over the past 55 years.

Why does a country’s independence matter? When we look around us today and see the physical and social development that has rapidly taken place, we need to appreciate the freedom that we have been enjoying in determining our own path and future. Compare this to a situation where we could not make decisions on what was best for us as a nation but had to succumb to the will of a colonial master. With this realisation, a sense of appreciation must be demonstrated in various ways during the Merdeka Day celebration. It is thus imperative to have in us a strong spirit of patriotism.

Patriotism is generally defined as the feeling of love or devotion to one’s country. When we claim to be patriotic, what do we actually mean? One must realise that being patriotic should not be limited to only putting up a flag or merely standing up for the national anthem. The spirit of patriotism entails a deeper reason for these actions. Being patriotic also requires a feeling of wanting what is best for the nation and doing things that would make the nation proud. So, when we hope for a gold medal in the Olympics, a win in an international football tournament or feel exuberant when the first Malaysian astronaut boarded the International Space Station, we are actually taking pride in the country’s success. This pride and hope are a form of patriotism, as is supporting the good qualities and ideals of the country and striving to mitigate its negative ones.

Patriotism also implies feelings of solidarity and mutual responsibility among people of different ethnicities and religious backgrounds. A multi-racial and multi-religious nation like Malaysia needs to find commonalities due to the differences that exist among the various groups. Therefore, through the spirit of patriotism and love for the nation, these differences can be transcended, thus allowing a strong basis for consensus among the citizens. For Malaysia, this form of solidarity is central.

In Islam, being patriotic or having a love of one’s country is highly encouraged. A renowned Muslim thinker and activist who might have been thought to say little about patriotism and nationalism was Hassan al-Banna. He coined terms like wataniyyat al-hanin (love for the country) and wataniyyat al-hurriyyah wa al ’izzah (nationalism of freedom and glory) to explain the need for patriotism and freedom for one’s country. In Risalat al-Mu’tamar al-Khamis, he said:

“Islam enjoins upon every person to strive for the good of his country and lose himself in its service, render utmost service to the nation (ummah) in which he lives, and to give precedence to kinship and neighbourliness (in acts of benevolence).”

Malaysia today is at a juncture where globalisation seems to pose an imminent threat to the spirit of patriotism among its citizens. It is not a problem only for Malaysia but also for many countries in the world.

As we celebrate more years of independence gained from Western colonialists, the more difficult it becomes to educate and instill a feeling of patriotism in the younger generation. This is the challenge we face today.

Compared to earlier generations in post-independent Malaysia, the later generations may not appreciate the struggle and hardship that took place to liberate the country from its colonisers. Little do they know that the country’s fight for independence did not begin on the discussion table in London in 1956, but was actually a continuous struggle of many national heroes that had begun decades before that significant event. This is why we have been told many times to appreciate what we have today.

A patriotic spirit must be instilled in the hearts and minds of all citizens. Serious efforts need to be taken to nurture the spirit of patriotism especially among youths today. Although patriotism is an innate feeling, it is the responsibility of various parties to help spur a love for the country. The education system must be tailored to inculcate a sense of pride and belonging to the nation. It is insufficient to focus only on elements of patriotism in subjects like History and Nationhood Studies. Teachers also play an important role in educating students about the importance of a spirit of patriotism.

NGOs too must play their roles in educating the public on the importance of patriotism. They serve as the best bridge between the government and the public in a civil society framework. NGOs can carry out activities that are non-partisan and less political. The love of country should be above politics and politicians must also accept this. Citizens should not be dragged into a situation where efforts to nurture patriotism among the public are politicised.

Ultimately, true Malaysians would always want the country to remain peaceful and harmonious. Real Malaysians would ensure that the bond among fellow citizens remains strong and intact.

It is love for the country that binds the people together. As Malaysians, we should be proud of what the country has achieved in 55 years.

Nonetheless, for Malaysia to become a strong and developed nation, much more needs to be done. Malaysians from all walks of life should understand that nurturing patriotism is not just the responsibility of the government of the day, but also a collective endeavour of all who do it for the love of the country.

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Six ways Malaysians can show their patriotism

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The compulsory national service training 'programme is intended to foster the spirit of patriotism, encourage racial integration, and develop "positive and noble traits" among the younger generation' (Malaysiakini 13/6/2003). The targeted group is our youth of about 18 years. The object of this programme was expressed by Defence Minister Najib Tun Razak, who chairs the special cabinet committee. The programme will focus on basic military training, patriotic training and personal development including community service. ' (Malaysiakini 17/6/2003) In the military, one is trained to follow orders of superiors without question. Would this be one of the characteristics graduates of this training would be instilled with?

Hopefully not, because for a person to be a patriot, he must be a person concerned with the well being of the

nation and this means that he must be a person who will be brave enough to stand up to criticize bad leaders, bad policies, bad laws, corrupt practices, lack of transparency in the leadership and/or the government of the day, injustices around him, abuses of powers and everything that is not good for Malaysia and Malaysians as a whole. He must be a participative citizen of Malaysia, and not a by-stander silenced by fear and/or other self-interest.

A patriot must be a person who will also get involved in the day-to-day politics of the nation, at every level; this would mean he will not only support good candidates for leadership, but will also offer himself as a candidate. There was, at one time, many Malaysians who were like 'Hang Tuah', a person with total and blind loyalty to the rulers of the day, irrespective of whether justice or injustic

was done or ordered to be done - but today we find that more and more Malaysians are becoming like 'Hang Jebats', a person who would voice out and protest injustices done even by the rulers of the day.

Hang Jebat protested against the injustice done to Hang Tuah, unlike the blind unquestioning loyalty of Hang Tuah (although I may not agree with the form he employed). Many Malaysians, especially the youth of Malaysia, who were once all-believing of what their leaders said and of all that they read in the media are today in 2003, more critical and questioning.

This questioning in the minds of Malaysians has today gone beyond private chit-chats in coffee shops in low voices to actual expressing of their opinions, views and questions freely. This questioning of the leadership and their actions, is not just at the level of the 'wakil rakyats' but is happening at all levels of society where election of leaders is still allowed, and is beginning to result in the rejection of bad leaders and the raising of new and hopefully better leaders.

This, I believe, is good for the nation and country as a whole. This active participation of the patriotic citizen must be encouraged and supported. The government should have faith in its citizens and should do away with the present appointment of town councillors, members of Jawatankuasa Kerja Kampung (JKKK), Jawatankuasa Kerja Taman (JKKT) and such bodies, and give back the power of choice of leaders to the citizens of Malaysia.

It is a misconception that Malaysians are not patriotic and need special compulsory 'patriotic training' to develop patriotism. Patriots shackled and prevented from the expression of

their patriotism by a controlled media, the inadequacies of means of free expression, and lack of avenues of participation in nation building would and have inadvertently suppressed this sense of patriotism.

For example, the increase in the amount of the deposit for persons interested in running for elections as wakil rakyats and state assembly men is definitely not in the best interest of the nation for it would only serve to prevent good people who are not financially well off from offering themselves as peoples' representatives. It is many a time not only the rich that make the best leaders, and I believe that the creation of greater obstacles to a person who is offering himself or herself as a leader of the nation and the Malaysian people cannot be for the good of the nation.

Suppression of patriots kills patriotism. The announcement by the Minister of the 'removal of the controversial clause in the National Service Bill which makes it an offence to incite others from not participating in the programme was retracted due to complaints from the public' (Malaysiakini 25/6/2003) must be applauded as a success for the cause for freedom of expression and as an example of a good leadership trait, ie of a leader that listens to voices of the Malaysian people.

In tabling the Bill, the Minister was reported to have said that it is the responsibility of the people to ensure that multiracial Malaysia continues to be stable and strong to achieve development in view of various new attacks such as globalisation and liberalisation. Therefore, we cannot let the polarisation and alienated relation among races to continue. (Malaysiakini 25/6/2003). The national service

training council is to have persons representing the major races. Malaysia is a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and multi-religious nation.

In Peninsular Malaysia, as an example, the major ethnic group cannot simply be said to be Malays, Chinese and Indians. Take Indians for example: they are in reality comprised of many ethnic groups like the Tamils, Telugus, Gujeratis, Punjabis, Malayalees and Goanese. Then there are also the Sri Lankan Tamils (Ceylonese) and the Sinhala communities. Similarly with the Chinese and the other races in Malaysia. Within each of these ethnic groups, there are also people of different faiths like Muslims, Christians, Buddhists, Sikhs, Bahai and others.

In fact, many Malaysians by reason of inter-marriages, some going back many generations, can now no longer be simply identified with any particular ethnic group. There has been integration but alas till this date, many of us still prefer (or are forced to) to identify ourselves by our ethnicity and not as Malaysians. To develop the patriotic Malaysian irrespective of ethnicity, religion and/or cultural difference is our hope and aspiration, but so long as race and religious-based political parties exist both in government and in the opposition, it becomes a difficult task.

As long as there is an insistence on Malaysians to identify their 'bangsa'(race) in official forms, we have a difficult task in developing the patriotic, resilient and united Malaysian equipped and ready for the 'various new attacks such as globalisation and liberalisation', and other challenges facing our nation. Compulsory national service itself will not work without a change in our political party identities.

There has to be serious evaluation within the various political parties in Malaysia to review their present objectives and causes

with the realisation that race-based and religious-based struggles and causes must give way if we truly want to develop a patriotic, resilient and united Malaysian nation, prepared to meet the new challenges and threats of this era which will face our nation. http://www. malaysianbar. org. my Powered by Joomla! Generated: 15 February, 2011, 00:58 The Malaysian Bar

The very fact that the now proposed national service training council is to have persons representing the major races itself goes against the very object of this national service program. The training council should be comprised of the best and most qualified persons, irrespective of race, ethnicity, religion, political affiliations, gender, whether they are in government or not, etc. A compulsory national service for Malaysian youth only, I believe, is insufficient to achieve the object of developing the patriotic Malaysian. There has to be a total review of many aspects of Malaysia.

For one, our education system that still primarily uses a banking methodology, which is hard on critical and differing opinions and views, and which seems to be geared primarily to generate good obedient workers for our various economic sectors needs to be reviewed. An education system that develops a thinking, expressive, critical and holistic Malaysian is needed. Similarly, there must be a review and repeal of all legislation that curtails and/or which instils the fear to dissent, if we truly want to develop stronger, united and patriotic Malaysians who will be ready to face the challenges and threats of tomorrow.

Like the withdrawal of the offensive clause, the government of the day and all leaders at all levels must encourage Malaysians to voice out their views, opinions and suggestions,

and the leaders must listen to their people and respond accordingly. That will definitely better achieve what this national service program seeks to achieve rather than the compulsory program itself. Encouraging participation of the Malaysian people, will develop a more patriotic Malaysian people concerned with the betterment and the strengthening of the nation.

The silence, the 'tidak apa' attitude, the 'lepak' culture, the indifferent behaviour of many Malaysians today can be linked to the fact of curtailed freedom, the inadequacies of avenues of expressions, the general feeling that leaders do not listen to the people after getting elected. As such, I am of the opinion that the Bill should be made accessible to the members of the public, and the Minister and Parliament should allow for more views before passing of this Act, if that is what the Malaysian public really wants.

The Minister, when he removed that controversial clause, demonstrated that our present leaders do sometimes listen to the views of the Malaysian public, but alas, that alone is not sufficient, for if we really desire 'to foster the spirit of patriotism, encourage racial integration, and develop "positive and noble traits" among the younger generation' and all Malaysians, we must ensure that multi-racial Malaysia continues to be stable and strong to achieve development in view of various new attacks such as globalisation and liberalisation.

Lastly, I must say that I believe that patriotism, racial integration, and 'noble and positive traits' cannot be developed by force, threats and compulsion. Hence, the very existence of all kinds of offences and penalties within the Bill itself must be reviewed. Remove the shackles that curtail freedom of expression and participation, increase

accountability and transparency in government, and then we may no more need the compulsory national service program to achieve the objects of this program.

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Essay on Patriotism for Students and Children

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Essay on Patriotism: Patriotism refers to the passionate love one has for their country. This virtue pushes to citizens of a country to work for their country selflessly and make it better. A truly developed country is made up of true patriots. In other words, patriotism means keeping the country’s interest first and then thinking about oneself. Patriotism can be specifically seen during times of war. Moreover, it helps in building the nation stronger. There are other significances of patriotism as well.

Significance of Patriotism

Usually, we refer to our country as our motherland. This further proves that we must have the same love for our country as we have for our mother. After all, our country is no less than a mother; it nurtures us and helps us grow. Everyone must possess the virtue of patriotism as it makes it better.

In addition, it also enhances the life quality of the citizens . It does that by making people work for the collective interest of the country. When everyone works for the betterment of the country, there would be no conflict of interest. Thus, a happier environment will prevail.

After that, peace and harmony will be maintained through patriotism. When the citizens have the spirit of brotherhood, they will support one another. Hence, it will make the country more harmonious.

In short, patriotism does have great importance in developing the country. It eliminates any selfish and harmful motives which in turn lessens corruption. Similarly, when the government becomes free of corruption , the country will develop faster.

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Great Patriots of India

India has had a fair share of patriots from the very beginning. The struggle for independence gave birth to various patriots. These patriots have made a lot of sacrifices for the county to flourish and prosper. Their names have gone down in history and are still taken with respect and admiration. Some of the greatest patriots of India were Rani Lakshmi Bai, Shaheed Bhagat Singh, and Maulana Azad.

Rani Lakshmi Bai was one of the most famous patriots of the country. Her courage and bravery are still talked about. Her name always comes up in the revolt of 1857. She revolted against the British rule and to fight for independence. She gave her life fighting on the battlefield for our country.

Shaheed Bhagat Singh is another name that is synonymous with patriotism. He was determined to free India from the clutches of the British rule. He was a part of several freedom struggles. Similarly, he also started a revolution for the same. He dedicated his life to this mission and died as a martyr for the love of his country.

Maulana Azad was a true patriot. The first education minister of India played a great role in the freedom struggle. He traveled through cities and created awareness of the injustices by the British. He united people through his activism and led India to freedom.

In conclusion, these are just a few who were patriots of the country. They lived for their country and did not hesitate before devoting their lives to it. These names are shining examples for the generations to come. We must possess patriotism and work for our motherland to see it succeed.

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5 Reasons to Instil Malaysian Patriotism in Young Children — And How

As Malaysia’s 64th Independence Day draws near, many of us feel excited to renew our patriotic spirit to celebrate Merdeka. Fostering a sense of patriotism in Malaysia means educating oneself on the country’s history, heritage, cultural and ethnic diversity. Inculcating patriotism from a young age comes with a list of lifelong benefits that enable children to: 

• Develop independence

Patriotism teaches children to become more independent. When you talk about how Malaysia first achieved its independence to your child, relate this to how they too can be independent. Learning more about Malaysia’s history of independence encourages preschoolers to be more self-reliant in which they are more willing to learn how to complete tasks and solve problems on their own.

• Promote sense of belonging

One of the ways to instil patriotism in young children is to familiarize themselves with the history of the country. It is believed that the younger generation is less patriotic than the older generation because they lack exposure to history. Children do not have the same privilege as adults when it comes to experiencing milestones and hardships Malaysia has gone through over the years to have emerged as successful as it is today. Therefore, by getting to know Malaysia’s history, they will develop a sense of attachment and pride of being a citizen of the country.

• Build determination and resilience

Malaysia’s journey to independence features yearslong struggle, courage and bravery by people who fought hard for this beloved country. When children develop a sense of patriotism, they will emulate the same kind of determination whenever they are faced with everyday challenges of childhood. This makes preschoolers more resilient to overcome different obstacles in their lives.

• Cultivate good moral values

“Budi Bahasa, Budaya Kita” — Malaysians are known for their warmth and hospitality. Instilling love for this nation within young children means instilling exemplary values at a young age. Values such as respecting elders, modesty, and politeness are sought after among Malaysians; therefore, developing these core values earlier on offers preschoolers lifelong advantages.

• Foster ambition

It is important to nurture ambition from a young age as it encourages children to have a positive outlook in life, to perform well in everything that they do and to work hard in accomplishing their goals. Patriotism guides your child to take pride in their own accomplishments, strengths and talent. This motivates them to unleash their full potential.

Celebrating Merdeka During the Pandemic

Although Merdeka Day celebrations usually mean large gatherings at the Dataran Merdeka , colourful parades, flag-waving cheer and fireworks, the pandemic has put a halt on these lively celebrations.

It is devastating, to say the least, that many preschoolers do not have the opportunity to experience Merdeka Day celebrations from a young age due to the pandemic. National celebrations such as this are crucial for children’s healthy development and growth. This is because these events broaden children’s understanding of the world around them and cultivate important values such as gratitude, respect and tolerance.

Despite this, there are actually plenty of ways to celebrate Merdeka day with your whole family during the pandemic. In embracing the new norm, celebrations can now be carried out whilst still practising the same precautions that ensure our family’s well-being, safety and health. 

Merdeka day celebrations are all about showing appreciation, love and pride for our country.. Here are some ideas to make your ‘at-home’ Merdeka 2021 celebration more exciting for your children:

• Dress up in colours of the Malaysian flag

Did you know that the colours of the clothing you wear can impact your emotions and mood? Wearing colours of the Jalur Gemilang on Merdeka day could uplift your child’s patriotic spirit and make them feel more excited to celebrate Merdeka day. 

You can also encourage your whole family to dress up in traditional costumes to embrace the multiracial diversity of Malaysia while wearing a hand made Merdeka headpiece. 

Here’s a tutorial video on how to make your very own Merdeka headpiece:

Template for the headpiece can be downloaded here: https://www.dropbox.com/s/ixfjvmi2tvw88nc/Q-dees%20Negaraku%20Merdeka-Headpiece%20Craft%20Template.pdf?dl=0

• Have a patriotic-themed karaoke party at home

Preschoolers learn more effectively through songs, rhymes and dance. This is why most preschool activities incorporate music and movement to keep young children engaged and excited to learn. Patriotic songs are part and parcel of independence day celebrations. Malaysia too has many iconic Merdeka-themed songs for children to sing along to such as Sudirman’s Tanggal 31 as well as Keranamu Malaysia ! 

Looking for some fresh patriotic tunes this Hari Merdeka? Listen to this Q-dees Negaraku Merdeka song that was recorded during the pandemic:

• Take merdeka-themed photos and videos

What better way to treasure family memories than to eternalize them in photos and videos? As we now live in the age of the internet, we can now share these cherished moments with all our friends and family from across the globe! 

Besides that, when you upload your Merdeka-themed photos and videos with the hashtag #QdeesAnakMalaysia on your social media, you and your whole family could stand a chance to be featured in our Merdeka song compilation video!

All you need to do is:

• Complete the Merdeka headpiece craft and take photos of you and your family wearing the headpiece.
• Record a video of you and your whole family singing the Q-dees Negaraku Merdeka song.

Remember to submit your best and most creative photos and videos before August 23, 2021 !

Independence day celebrations sow the seeds of patriotism within our children. Patriotism, in its most basic sense, is a sense of pride and love for one’s country. Take advantage to educate your children on Malaysian heritage and history through Merdeka celebrations. This way, children get to explore the multicultural landscape of Malaysia more effectively. More than that, Malaysian patriotism nurtures love and appreciation for one’s country. So, join the Q-dees Negaraku Merdeka campaign today to make your Merdeka 2021 celebration worthwhile for your whole family.

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