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Hijab Controversy in Gujarat: Teacher Suspended for Removing Hijab During Board Exams

In Gujarat, a teacher has been suspended for removing a student's hijab during board exams, sparking outrage among the Muslim community. While some argue for upholding the dress code, others emphasize the fundamental right to religious expression. The Education Department is investigating the matter amid ongoing debates and tensions surrounding the hijab controversy in the country.

Hijab Controversy in Gujarat: Teacher Suspended for Removing Hijab During Board Exams

 

Controversy erupted in Gujarat, India, during the ongoing class 10 board exams after a school official allegedly forced Muslim students to remove their hijabs. The incident, which took place at Lions School in Ankleshwar, Bharuch district, sparked outrage from parents and the Muslim community.

 

 

 

According to reports, a school supervisor, later identified as the principal Ilaben Suratiya, instructed invigilators to ask female students wearing hijabs to remove them before entering the exam hall for the mathematics paper. The students refused, leading to a confrontation. Parents of one of the affected students filed a complaint, and CCTV footage from the exam hall corroborated their claims.

 

 

 

 

Swift action followed from the Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSHSEB). 

 

 

The education department took decisive steps, suspending Ilaben Suratiya from her position as the exam center administrator. District Education Officer Swati Raulji clarified that there are no specific guidelines regarding attire for board exams. Students are entitled to wear whatever they deem appropriate as long as it adheres to a basic standard of decency.

 

 

 

The incident has ignited a debate on religious freedom and the rights of students. Many have condemned the school official's actions, highlighting the importance of respecting religious attire. The prompt intervention by the education department has been lauded for upholding inclusivity and ensuring a stress-free examination environment for all students.


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