Azerbaijan's School Dress Code Changes Spark Protests Over Hijab Restrictions
Azerbaijan, with a 96% Muslim population, has revised school dress codes to enforce secular principles, leading to protests after hijab-wearing students and teachers were reportedly denied classroom entry. The amendment, adopted in September, prohibits clothing seen as violating secular education but does not explicitly ban the hijab. Authorities have arrested some protesters amid debates on religious freedom and education rights. Demonstrations have also occurred in neighboring Turkey, highlighting regional concerns over balancing secularism and religious expression.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (48–48/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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httpswwwoutlookindiacom broke this story on 13 Oct, 06:40 am. Other outlets followed.