VHP Criticizes Karnataka's Reversal on Hijab Ban in Schools
The VHP has opposed the Karnataka government's decision to permit hijabs in educational institutions. They argue that this reversal, seen as 'appeasement politics,' undermines the statutory mandate and challenges the secular character of schools. The previous ban, supported by a Karnataka High Court verdict, is pending review in the Supreme Court.
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The Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) on Friday expressed its opposition to the Karnataka government's recent decision to allow hijabs and other religious attire in educational institutions across the state, demanding immediate withdrawal of the order.
The move comes after the state government overturned a 2022 ban on such clothing, a decision that had sparked significant controversy. The ruling party's previous stance had rooted in maintaining 'discipline, uniformity, and the secular character of classrooms,' according to the VHP.
The organization argued that the reversal undermines legislation that empowers schools to mandate uniforms, essential for avoiding visible religious divides. They also highlighted that a prior legal challenge upheld the ban, with further appeals currently pending in the Supreme Court.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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