Muskaan Khan, the prominent figure in the hijab protest, embraces the Karnataka government's decision, expressing, "I will resume my studies."

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:29pm on 23 Dec 2023,Saturday India

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's announcement to lift the hijab ban in educational institutions is praised by Muskaan Khan, who gained social media attention during the protests. Muskaan expresses gratitude, stating, "I welcome CM Siddaramaiah's decision. I will continue my studies again." Siddaramaiah emphasizes personal choice, fulfilling a Congress election promise, saying, "The choice of clothes is one's own prerogative." The hijab controversy, previously imposed by the BJP government, sparked protests and legal battles. Muskaan's father welcomes the decision, stating, "CM's decision is welcomed. From now she'll study in Mandya." The sensitive issue saw legal validation in the Karnataka High Court and a divided Supreme Court decision.

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