Does everyone have to wear a burqa?
It is wrong to believe that it is mandatory for all women to wear burqa in this Islamic country. However, this does not mean that they have the freedom to wear anything. In this country, modern-day girls and women are seen in casual clothes. She is seen in clothes ranging from kurta sets to jeans-kurti and long coveralls. (Photo Courtesy: Unsplash)
can't wear clothes like this
Here women are prohibited from wearing clothes that are short in length or too tight on the body. For example, shorts, bodycon or skinfit tops, etc. Low-cut neckline and sleeveless clothes also cannot be worn here with these clothes.
Instead of this, clothes can be worn which completely cover the hands and legs and which also have a high neckline. (Photo Courtesy: Unsplash)
hijab is necessary
It is mandatory for women to wear hijab here. If a female tourist comes from outside, she will also have to cover her head. Scarves can also be used for this. Instead of covering the head completely, some parts of the hair can be left open. (Photo Courtesy: Unsplash)
The length of the top should also be the same
If a loose fit top or short kurta is being worn with jeans, then its length from the back should be such that the hips area is covered. Clothes with any kind of cut-out design that exposes the skin cannot be worn here. (Photo courtesy: Pexels)
It is necessary to cover a sheet here
Wearing a chador is also required in religious cities, places and villages in Iran. It is a kind of traditional dress, which is like a scarf or chadar. It is worn over clothes. Here many women are seen wearing hijab and burqa along with chadar. (Photo Courtesy: Unsplash)
punishments became harsher
The rules for women in Iran have recently been made stricter. Earlier, if a woman did not follow these rules, she could be jailed for two months, but now it has been increased to 10 years. Similarly, the fine amount has also been increased from Rs 1000 to Rs 7,08,207.
