Clothing Regulations and Protests in Schools in Azerbaijan
New regulations on dress codes in schools in Azerbaijan and allegations that veiled individuals are not permitted into schools have sparked protests.
Protest demonstrations are being held in Azerbaijan following the implementation of new decisions regarding dress codes in schools and allegations that veiled students and teachers are not being admitted into schools.
New Clothing Regulation and Implementation
The new rules, covering primary, middle, and high schools, prohibit the use of additional clothing items that disrupt the uniformity of the school uniform and are incompatible with the principle of secularism in education.
Although the regulations do not contain a direct statement regarding headscarves, it is reported that veiled students and teachers are not being admitted to schools.
Protests and Detentions
Following the implementation of the new rules, protest demonstrations continue to be held in the capital Baku and surrounding settlements.
The Ministry of Interior of Azerbaijan announced that 37 people were detained on grounds of violating public order and attempting to disrupt the activities of schools during the incidents.
Reactions and Debates in Turkey
Developments in Azerbaijan were met with reactions from political parties, non-governmental organizations, and officials in Turkey.
In posts made on social media platforms regarding the issue, the events were discussed by comparing them to similar processes in the past.