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The state government on Friday reiterated that all students must adhere to the uniform dress code as per the Karnataka Education Act and that it will allow students to wear hijab or a saffron robe. During the meeting with Education Minister B C Nagesh and the officials of the department on Friday, Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai directed the schools and colleges to maintain
The state government issued a directive even as the Karnataka High Court is scheduled to take up petitions demanding that students be allowed to wear hijabs.
College rules allow students to wear the hijab in class but not during lessons, according to officials.
In the wake of the 'hijab' (headscarf) row, the Karnataka government has asked educational institutions to follow existing uniform-related rules, until the High Court comes out with an order in this regard, next week.
Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. In the wake of the 'hijab' (headscarf) row, the Karnataka government has asked educational institutions to follow existing uniform related rules, until the High Court comes out with an order in this regard, next week. India News | Hijab Row: Karnataka CM Holds Meeting, Existing Uniform Related Rules to Continue at Edu Institutions Until HC Verdict.