All I’m saying is don’t blanket hijab as oppression because it isn’t for everyone.
I’m not denying there’s forced hijab on girls. The point is here in this particular case its not an oppression its their choice and they want the freedom to wear it.
I also agree that if a school/organisation doesn’t want to entertain religious ornaments/wear they should make it very clear from the start and people should choose school based on that or follow the rules of the school if its already mentioned at the time of admission.
Another interesting thing is that Islam never stopped women from being educated. There are hadiths which tells that seeking education is compulsory for every muslim. Not just men but muslim. It’s different that things changed over time. That’s another discussion all together so I’ll let it go.
My point is raise your voice against forced covering but do not take away the right to wear hijab for those who want to wear it. Oppression is forcing women whether its to make them wear hijab or force them to not wear it.
Let me talk about the same girls here.
None of these girls were wearing Hijab before.
Suddenly one day they start coming to college wearing Hijab , very well knowing the written uniform rules.
Don't you think this is odd. These girls are now asked to wear this, and start abusing the college and government?
Why create so much drama , that too in middle of the school year. Everything is clearly planned to spread unrest
It's another matter, if they were always wearing and that too were wearing out of own choice and not due to familial or religious pressure.
Anupamaa
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