Forum: Forms asking for personal details should use appropriate terminology
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While filling in application forms for scholarships, institutes of higher learning and jobs, I’ve been asked to fill in details about my religion too. I feel that many drop-down options for this field are outdated, and reflect poorly on our inclusive and multireligious society.
For example, Christian and Roman Catholic are listed as separate options. But this implies that members of the Roman Catholic Church are not Christians, which is inaccurate. Further, terms like Mohammedan are outdated, especially when terms like Muslim are well understood.
Overall, I think that it would be good for our religious harmony and inclusivity if these questions on personal information forms were updated and used accurate and acceptable terms.
Adwin Lau Yu Tan, 18
Junior College Year 2