The Egyptian government's recent decision to ban the wearing of the niqab (full-face veil) inside schools for the upcoming academic year, starting on September 30, has ignited conversations and elicited reactions within the country.

Egyptian Minister of Education, Reda Hegazy, has officially confirmed this decision and provided details about the new guidelines.

According to&nbsp;Hegazy, the new dress code allows students to wear a hair cover that does not obscure their face, reported BNN Breaking.&nbsp;

However, it strictly prohibits the use of models or illustrations that promote the hair cover unless they are approved by the relevant Directorate of Education.

This measure aims to strike a balance between religious expression and maintaining a clear educational environment.

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<h2>Guardian consent and voluntary choice</h2>

Minister Hegazy emphasised the pivotal role of guardians in students' dress choices. It is imperative that guardians are aware of and consent to their daughters' decision to wear a hair cover.

Furthermore, this choice should remain entirely voluntary, free from external pressure or coercion. To ensure this, the Ministry of Education has instructed education directorates across governorates to verify the guardians' awareness of this decision.&nbsp;

Regarding school uniforms, the ministry has introduced a coordinated approach.

The school board, in collaboration with trustees, parents, and teachers, will determine the appropriate uniform colours for both male and female students.

This decision will be made in consultation with the Directorate of Education, ensuring a unified and coordinated appearance for all students.

Minister Hegazy stressed that changes to school uniforms should be considered at the start of each educational stage, with a minimum interval of three years between alterations.

While guardians have the freedom to choose where to purchase uniforms, students are obliged to adhere to the specified uniform regulations. Any student found in violation of these regulations will not be permitted to enter or attend school.

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Additionally, the minister highlighted the significance of conducting national identity exams, encompassing subjects such as Arabic language, national education, and religious education.

These exams are particularly relevant in international schools at the educational department level. The purpose of these exams is to ensure that students receive a well-rounded education, covering aspects of their national and cultural identity.

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The Egyptian government's recent decision to ban the wearing of the niqab (full-face veil) inside schools for the upcoming academic year, starting on September 30, has ignited conversations and elicited reactions within the country.

The Egyptian government's recent decision to ban the wearing of the niqab (full-face veil) inside schools for the upcoming academic year, starting on September 30, has ignited conversations and elicited reactions within the country. Egyptian Minister of Education, Reda Hegazy, has officially confirmed this decision and provided details about the new guidelines. According to Hegazy, the new dress code allows students to wear a hair cover that does not obscure their face, reported BNN Breaking. However, it strictly prohibits the use of models or illustrations that promote the hair cover unless they are approved by the relevant Directorate of Education. This measure aims to strike a balance between religious expression and maintaining a clear educational environment. Also read | Egypt protests Ethiopia's Nile dam filling, labels move 'Illegal' Guardian consent and voluntary choice Minister Hegazy emphasised the pivotal role of guardians in students' dress choices. It is imperative that guardians are aware of and consent to their daughters' decision to wear a hair cover. Furthermore, this choice should remain entirely voluntary, free from external pressure or coercion. To ensure this, the Ministry of Education has instructed education directorates across governorates to verify the guardians' awareness of this decision. Regarding school uniforms, the ministry has introduced a coordinated approach. The school board, in collaboration with trustees, parents, and teachers, will determine the appropriate uniform colours for both male and female students. This decision will be made in consultation with the Directorate of Education, ensuring a unified and coordinated appearance for all students. Minister Hegazy stressed that changes to school uniforms should be considered at the start of each educational stage, with a minimum interval of three years between alterations. While guardians have the freedom to choose where to purchase uniforms, students are obliged to adhere to the specified uniform regulations. Any student found in violation of these regulations will not be permitted to enter or attend school. Also watch | G20 Summit 2023: Erdogan, Abdel-Fattah el-Sissii discuss energy, bilateral ties Additionally, the minister highlighted the significance of conducting national identity exams, encompassing subjects such as Arabic language, national education, and religious education. These exams are particularly relevant in international schools at the educational department level. The purpose of these exams is to ensure that students receive a well-rounded education, covering aspects of their national and cultural identity. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Egypt bans face veil in schools for upcoming academic year

The South-west state of Germany Baden-Württemberg's government has decided to ban full-face Islamic veils in schools as intense debate continues over a nationwide law.

German lawmakers across party lines agree that the niqab and the burqa are out of place at educational institutes. Some, however, fear that a ban could negatively affect&nbsp;integration into German society.

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In February this year, a court in Germany had ruled against an attempt by authorities in Hamburg to forbid a 16-year-old schoolgirl from wearing a niqab during lessons.

The ruling, which cannot be appealed, had fuelled debate in Germany over whether schools should allow the niqab, a facial veil worn by Muslims which leaves only the wearer's eyes visible. 
 
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The state parliament in neighbouring Schleswig-Holstein failed to pass a ban on full-face veils in its universities and colleges after the Green Party voted against it.

It has called for a complete burqa ban similar to that in France, but a report by the German government found such a prohibition to be unconstitutional in 2012.

Religious clothing has been banned in French schools since 2004, including headscarves.&nbsp;

France, Belgium and Bulgaria have already implemented universal prohibitions, while partial bans have been introduced the Netherlands and a handful of regions in Europe.

Burqas cover the whole body, covering the wearer's eyes behind a sort of lattice. Niqabs are for the face, but do not cover the eyes.

(With inputs from agencies)

The South-west state of Germany Baden-Württemberg's government has decided to ban full-face Islamic veils in schools as intense debate continues over a nationwide law.

The South-west state of Germany Baden-Württemberg's government has decided to ban full-face Islamic veils in schools as intense debate continues over a nationwide law. German lawmakers across party lines agree that the niqab and the burqa are out of place at educational institutes. Some, however, fear that a ban could negatively affect integration into German society. Also read: Swiss canton becomes second to ban burqas in public In February this year, a court in Germany had ruled against an attempt by authorities in Hamburg to forbid a 16-year-old schoolgirl from wearing a niqab during lessons. The ruling, which cannot be appealed, had fuelled debate in Germany over whether schools should allow the niqab, a facial veil worn by Muslims which leaves only the wearer's eyes visible. Also read: Sri Lanka government considering burqa ban after terror attacks The state parliament in neighbouring Schleswig-Holstein failed to pass a ban on full-face veils in its universities and colleges after the Green Party voted against it. It has called for a complete burqa ban similar to that in France, but a report by the German government found such a prohibition to be unconstitutional in 2012. Religious clothing has been banned in French schools since 2004, including headscarves. France, Belgium and Bulgaria have already implemented universal prohibitions, while partial bans have been introduced the Netherlands and a handful of regions in Europe. Burqas cover the whole body, covering the wearer's eyes behind a sort of lattice. Niqabs are for the face, but do not cover the eyes. (With inputs from agencies)

German state Baden-Württemberg bans burqa in schools

Tunisian Prime Minister Youssef Chahed has banned the wearing of the niqab face veil in public institutions "for security reasons" an official source told Reuters on Friday.

The decision follows Tuesday's suicide bombing in Tunis by a wanted militant.

It was the third such incident within a week and came as <a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/world/migrant-boat-with-86-on-board-sinks-off-tunisia-4-rescued-233077&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwis_6bN6Z3jAhVxguYKHTx3CAoQFjAAegQIBhAC&amp;usg=AOvVaw2sGUaGaPDQOLExzJTTJv02">Tunisia </a>prepares for autumn elections and at the peak of a tourist season in which the country hopes to draw a record number of visitors.

Islamic State has claimed all three attacks.

Tunisian Prime Minister Youssef Chahed has banned the wearing of the niqab face veil in public institutions "for security reasons" an official source told Reuters on Friday.

Tunisian Prime Minister Youssef Chahed has banned the wearing of the niqab face veil in public institutions "for security reasons" an official source told Reuters on Friday. The decision follows Tuesday's suicide bombing in Tunis by a wanted militant. It was the third such incident within a week and came as Tunisia prepares for autumn elections and at the peak of a tourist season in which the country hopes to draw a record number of visitors. Islamic State has claimed all three attacks.

Tunisian PM Youssef Chahed bans wearing of niqab in public institutions

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Egypt bans face veil in schools for upcoming academic year

German state Baden-Württemberg bans burqa in schools

Tunisian PM Youssef Chahed bans wearing of niqab in public institutions