Pupils will be banned from wearing abayas, loose-fitting full-length robes worn by some Muslim women, in France’s state-run schools, the education minister has said.

The rule will be applied as soon as the new school year starts on 4 September.

France has a strict ban on religious signs in state schools and government buildings, arguing that they violate secular laws.

Wearing a headscarf has been banned since 2004 in state-run schools.

  • @AngryCommieKender
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    51 year ago

    Yes, but did you know that before looking it up? Also we aren’t the only ones to use the symbol, just the latest.

    • @NOT_RICK
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      31 year ago

      I admit I did not. I appreciate you sharing your anecdote, I learned something new today thanks to you.