Sarkozy says burqas are 'not welcome' in France

[quote="janab-e-ali, post:24, topic:141086"]

I'd also like to point out that in many conservative, predominantly lower class families, purdah is a woman's only ticket to an education. There are plenty of conservative women who pursue an active role in the world outside their homes because they can do so in purdah, simultaneously respecting their personal beliefs (even if it isnt specifically mentioned in the Qoran) and actively participating in the society around them.
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v.g point. it's a shame it has to e that way but this should not be taken away. They inturn should not object taking it off for identification purposes when asked