A museum Scotland has removed the remains an ancient Egyptian mummy an exhibition because there is no documented evidence that the deceased gave consent their remains to be displayed. Glasgow's Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum took the remains of a priest named Nakht, a mummified male head, and other body parts. place the exhibits, visitors found signs explaining that the remains had been removed "as a mark respect". The museum said the decision "reflects contemporary museum practice". It added, " the absence of consent, we believe removing ancient Egyptian human remains display is more respectful to the deceased individuals."
The decision has provoked widespread criticism. Scottish politician Murdo Fraser called the move "woke madness". He argued that museums should showcase history rather than hide it. A museum visitor complained that his daughter was upset not being able to see the exhibits. An education campaigner said the decision "represents the triumph educational stupidity and ignorance". He added: "It is not possible to seek permission those who died thousands years ago." However, the museum defended its action. It cited the International Council Museums' Code Ethics, which says museums "should uphold the inherent dignity human remains".
