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Chirag Paswan backs personal choice in hijab row, urges no interference
Union minister Chirag Paswan said attire was a matter of personal choice and religious tradition, reacting to the Allahabad High Court’s hijab order. He said such matters should not face interference, while Giriraj Singh criticised AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi
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- Why it matters
- A national government minister has publicly disagreed with an Allahabad High Court ruling on hijab restrictions, signalling tension between the executive and judiciary over religious dress codes.
- Most affected
- Women choosing to wear hijab in settings subject to the court order — Receive ministerial backing against the court's position on their dress choice.
- Likely next
- Whether the Allahabad High Court's hijab order stands or is appealed, and whether other national figures clarify their position on the ruling.