As a result of the recent overturning of the ban of headscarves in Germany, a spotlight is being cast on the many debates on headscarf bans throughout Europe. Although Sikhs have the right to wear turbans and Christians can don crucifixes in school and work, the right for Muslim women to wear veils continues to be contested. This is perhaps due to the belief that it is an attack on the national identity in European countries. In 2004, France prohibited both students and teachers from wearing veils in state schools. In 2010, the French government prohibited full veils in public spaces. This is despite having the largest Muslim population in Europe. With the recent terrorist attacks in France, Islamophobia is at an all-time high, and it seems as if these laws will not be changing any time soon as a result.
No comments:
Post a Comment