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The NIQAB: What It Really Means to Women Who Choose to Wear It
In many communities, the niqab is a long-standing practice that connects women to their ancestors and cultural roots. Wearing ...
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Tunisia bans niqab in government buildings
The niqab is worn by some Muslim women as an interpretation of modest dress and as a symbol of religious faith. Tunisia's long-time ruler Zine al-Abidine Ben Ali banned the niqab and hijab in ...
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Dagestan's niqab ban sparks controversy after deadly attacks
On Wednesday (July 3), a ban on wearing the niqab, a Muslim head covering for women, was introduced. This is surprising given that followers of Islam predominantly inhabit the area. On Sunday ...
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Quebec bans niqab for public services with neutrality law
Women who wear a burqa or a niqab will now have to show their faces while receiving a government service. Quebec's National Assembly passed Bill 62 by a 66-51 vote. The provincial Liberals ...