Introduction

INTRODUCTION

Singapore is a country with diverse populace of around 5 million people which is made up of Chinese, Malays, Indians, Caucasians and Eurasians. Singapore has a diverse populace of nearly 5 million people which is made up of Chinese, Malays, Indians, Caucasians and Eurasians. With many foreigners in Singapore, it is quite a challenge to manage all the different races and religions such that all of them will feel a sense of belonging to Singapore and do not feel discriminated in any way. This lesson has been learnt through some riots that have happened some time ago due to differences in beliefs between the different races and religions, injuring and hurting many people. At such, Singapore has taken a lot of measures to maintain this racial and religious harmony in Singapore. This is essential because Singapore has a diversity of cultures with different beliefs and these people have to work together as one to bring Singapore to greater heights. For example, Singapore maintains tight restrictions on arts and cultural performances. Most artistic works have to be vetted by the government in advance, and topics that breach so-called out of bounds markers (OB markers) are not permitted. While the OB markers are not publicly defined, they are generally assumed to include sensitive topics such as race, religion, and allegations of corruption or nepotism in government. Below are some examples of problems caused by riots and the measures taken by the Singapore government to maintain harmony in Singapore.