The ban was in response to media reports and photos taken of individuals in saffron robes who participated in anti-government rallies. A group of them were pictured holding placards demanding the right to vote, as monks are barred from voting. Others were reportedly questioning why they must obey the rule which requires them to shave their eyebrows. The National Office of Buddhism (NOB) has issued an order barring monks and novices from joining mass protests, its director Narong Songarom said. (Reuters photo)Click "play" to listen to Monks barred from rallies and "Download" to keep this file for educational purpose.

Source: Bangkok Post November 11, 2020 22:18 UTC