London Primary School Faces Allegations of Religious Discrimination Over Hindu Student's Tilak

An eight-year-old Hindu student at Vicar's Green Primary School in London was reportedly challenged and questioned by school staff over wearing a tilak, a sacred Hindu religious mark. Advocacy group Insight UK claimed the child faced distress, isolation, and removal from responsibilities, leading to his withdrawal from the school along with at least three other Hindu pupils. The school denied discrimination, citing policies against visible skin markings, while Insight UK called for policy reviews and staff training to ensure religious inclusivity and compliance with equality laws.