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Parents 5 years ago
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The Hijab’s Tale: Mothers and daughters reflect on Padang mandatory hijab rule controversy
We asked mothers and daughters in various parts of Indonesia to weigh in on hijab rules at schools in the wake of the controversy surrounding the mandatory hijab rule policy—including for non-Muslims—at a state school in Padang, West Sumatra.
National 5 years ago
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No religious dress code in public schools, ministerial decree states
The government has issued a joint ministerial decree (SKB) banning public schools from prescribing religious attire following controversy over mandatory hijabs in a public school in Padang, West Sumatra.
National 6 years ago
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'#NoHijabDay' draws criticism, raises debate on social media
The use of the hijab is still a subject of debate among some Islamic scholars and prominent Muslim figures worldwide. Some say it is mandatory, interpreting a Quran verse that says a woman must cover her entire body with the exception of "that which is apparent" as meaning that a woman must cover everything but her face and hands.
