By Derrick Ho

THE apparent lack of civility and gracious behaviour during the recent Association of Women for Action and Research (Aware) saga is a clear indication that Singapore is still lagging behind in graciousness, said MP Lim Biow Chuan (Maine Parade GRC) on Tuesday.

He urged schools to teach basic character values to students all the way till university level.

'It is not for me to judge which side was right,' Mr Lim said referring to the tussle between Aware's old and new guard.

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