Arguing FOR and AGAINST the Veil

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Arguing FOR and AGAINST the Veil

Abaya

Agal - a thin black cord to keep the Ghutra in place

Boubou

Burqa

Chador

Niqab

Taqiyah

Keffiyeh

Thawb

Hijab

Jilbab

For or against??? Arguing FOR and Against the Veil Your goal is to gain exposure to the practice of veiling women (either mandated or voluntary), both inside certain Muslim nations as well as in non-Muslim nations.

A Complex issue There are many misperceptions about this practice. Modesty is required. Identify arguments for and against veiling.

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