Karnataka state's hijab classroom ban upheld in Indian court, could set national precedent ahead of next year's elections - ABC News

The ban in the southern state of Karnataka sparked protests last month, with a judge ruling the implementation of a school uniform is a "reasonable restriction" that students "cannot object to".

An Indian court has upheld a ban on the wearing of the hijab in classrooms in the southern state of Karnataka, a ruling that could set a precedent for the nation's large Muslim minority. Key points:… [+4270 chars]

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