Austria votes to ban headscarves in schools for girls under 14
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Austrian lawmakers have approved a ban on headscarves in schools for girls under the age of 14, a measure proposed by the conservative-led government. The law, expected to take effect in September, aims to protect girls from sexualization and the "male gaze," according to supporters. Families face fines for non-compliance. This is the second attempt by the People's party to ban headscarves, following a previous ban for girls under 10 that was overturned by the constitutional court for being discriminatory. The Green party opposed the new legislation, raising similar constitutional concerns. Rights organizations and the Islamic Community in Austria have criticized the ban, arguing it will stigmatize and marginalize Muslim girls.
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AI-ExtractedThe Green party argued that the law was unconstitutional.
Families face fines of up to €800 for repeated non-compliance.
Austria votes to ban headscarves in schools for girls under 14.
The ban will add to the current racist climate towards Muslims.
The law could be struck down by the country’s constitutional court.
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