Lifting hijab ban in Karnataka raises concern about 'secular nature' of educational spaces: BJP
The Hindu
Accusing Mr. Siddaramaiah of ‘vitiating’ the academic atmosphere, bJP Karnataka chief Vijayendra alleged that while the Congress wants to lift the ban on hijab, on the other hand Hindu women who went to appear for an exam were forced to remove their ‘mangal sutra’ and toe rings.
The BJP on December 23 strongly reacted to Karnataka government's decision to withdraw the ban on wearing hijab in educational institutions in the State, saying the ruling Congress is carrying forward the British policy of 'divide and rule'.
The saffron party also stated that the move raises concerns about the "secular nature" of educational spaces.
The reaction comes a day after Chief Minister Siddaramaiah had said that he ordered lifting of the restrictions on wearing hijab, while observing that choice of dress and food is personal.
Addressing reporters in New Delhi, BJP Karnataka chief, Vijayendra accused Mr. Siddaramaiah of 'vitiating' the academic atmosphere.
Condemning the Congress government's decision, he said, "The Chief Minister made an irresponsible statement that he will revoke the ban on Hijab. This way, he has spoilt the educational atmosphere in the State. At least, he should have spared children from his dirty politics."
The BJP state president alleged that while the Congress wants to lift the ban on hijab, on the other hand Hindu women who went to appear for an exam were forced to remove their 'mangal sutra' and toe rings.
Accusing the Congress of indulging in 'appeasement politics' ahead of Lok Sabha elections, Mr. Vijayendra claimed, "even after so many years of independence, the literacy and employment rate among minorities is still 50%. Congress never tried to elevate the condition of minorities."
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