What is another word for Mutawa?
Pronunciation: [mjuːtˈɑːwə] (IPA) 
Mutawa is an Arabic word commonly used in the Middle East to refer to the religious police tasked with enforcing Islamic law. This group is responsible for enforcing strict religious codes, often through patrols and public shaming. Synonyms for Mutawa may vary depending on the region, but similar terms include Hisbah, Amr bil Ma'ruf, and Promotion of Virtue and Prevention of Vice. All of these terms refer to religious police or enforcement groups commonly found in Muslim countries. While they may have different names, their missions remain the same: to create a more devout and religiously strict society.
