The religious authorities in Thailand say they're introducing a 'good manners curriculum' to discourage behaviour seen as effeminate. The guidelines are aimed at curbing the flamboyant behaviour of gay and transgender monks.

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The religious authorities say they're responding to increasing irritation among more conservative Thai clerics and members of the public with behaviour perceived as effeminate.

They're aiming to reduce or eliminate the wearing of make-up and tight robes by younger priests, and generally attitudes that suggest homosexual activity.

Of all Asian countries, Thailand is perhaps the most tolerant of homosexuality, which is often open and flamboyant. But it's still considered largely incompatible with Buddhist priesthood, with its traditions of celibacy and self-discipline.

Andre Vornic, BBC

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increasing irritation
gittikçe daha fazla rahatsız olmak / sabırsızlanmak

clerics
din adamları

perceived
burada, görülen

effeminate
efemine

eliminate the wearing of make-up
Makyaj yapmayı ortadan kaldırmak

suggest
burada, düşünmeye sevk etmek, imada bulunmak

tolerant of
hoşgörü, müsamaha göstermek

flamboyant
gösterişli

incompatible with
uyumsuz

celibacy
cinsel aktivitede bulunmamak (özellikle dini nedenlerle)