Singapore is a multi-racial and multi-religious society. There are three main races in Singapore, which is Chinese, Malay and Indian. There is an event to celebrate Singapore's success as a racially harmonious nation and society built on a rich diversity of culture and heritage. The first Racial Harmony Day was celebrated on 21 July 1997. As part of the National Education Programme, it is celebrated yearly on the anniversary of the communal riots of 21 July 1964. Students are encouraged to be dressed in their traditional costumes such as the Cheongsam and the Baju Kurung.
This racial harmony in Singapore is based on tolerance and understanding between the races. From colonial times up to the independence of the island state, racial and religious harmonies have been the top priority of the governing institutions.Tolerance and understanding was a key principle underpinning peace and social cohesion. Understanding and tolerance must be present between the races to maintain the harmony in Singapore. They should respect each other’s religion and traditional custom. They should celebrate the occasion together. All the races should work together to create a better future of Singapore. Parents should always teach their children about the importance to tolerate and understand the other race from they was young. Hence, I feel that both tolerance and understanding are important to maintain the racial harmony in Singapore.
~Lim Pei Ling~
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