Indian teachers suspended for allowing hijab-clad students attend exams

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What happened: According to CNN News18, school teachers in Karnataka have been suspended for allowing girls, wearing hijab, to attend examinations. According to reports, a school allowed hijab and, in one case, burqa-wearing females. Details: An education official was instructed to make a report about the incident, according to Harish Upadhya, a CNN News18 journalist. The administration suspended five invigilators and two exam centre superintendents once the report was submitted. As the Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) exams began in Karnataka, Home Minister Araga Jnanendra declared that anyone wearing a hijab in the exam hall will face disciplinary action. What you need to know: As the Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) exams began in Karnataka, Home Minister Araga Jnanendra declared that anyone wearing a hijab in the exam hall will face disciplinary action.

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