The supposed ban on burqa has been generatin a lot of debate in our society for the past few days.Should it be banned because it supresses woman or should woman have a right to choose regarding what they want to wear.I dont think there is any need to make a judgement in any sort of a hurry.According to Sarkozy(and many others) the burqa is a symbol of suppression of the freedom women that has beeen carried out since ages and hence it does not have any place in the modern world.I agree.But the fact is that since it has been carried out for ages the burqa has now become a part of life of even those who are not oppressed. If you try to ban it will be viewed as an attack on their religion. Chances are, women do not don the burqa too will start wearing it to show solidarity with their sisters who do.
Yes, we do need to do away with this symbol of oppression but let the people do that,dont force it upon them. Start a campaign against burqa.Convince people that the viel in no way protects women from any kind of attacks.Look at all the oppression and attacks that have been taking place in the society of Pak-Afghan istan where most women have been putting on this viel for decades.Tell people that unknowingly they are continuing a symbol of oppression,that it is a curb on their freedom.This might take time but i am sure it will be more effective.
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