But one trend is unquestioned: as with girls of other faiths, there has been a steady increase in the number of Muslim girls going to schools and colleges in Karnataka — and, indeed, across the country. “If we look at its impact on Muslim women’s higher education, it’s early to predict. But it will influence life choices, especially for women who also have to tackle the embedded patriarchal system in this country.”More so, for Muslim girls and women. In such circumstances also, the entry of Muslim women with scarf is the only way to address this problem. Going to schools or colleges is what will empower the girls, said Poonam Batra, a professor of Education at Delhi University.

Source: Indian Express February 13, 2022 05:40 UTC