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What is the primary purpose of the Schengen Area?
What is the primary purpose of the Schengen Area?
How did the publication of the cartoons by Jyllands-Posten affect Denmark's international reputation?
How did the publication of the cartoons by Jyllands-Posten affect Denmark's international reputation?
What social issue is highlighted by the dismantling of illegal immigrant camps in France?
What social issue is highlighted by the dismantling of illegal immigrant camps in France?
What term describes an intense dislike or fear of people from other cultures?
What term describes an intense dislike or fear of people from other cultures?
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Critics of the French government's actions against illegal immigrant camps argue that the policies are:
Critics of the French government's actions against illegal immigrant camps argue that the policies are:
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What was a contributing factor to the increased scrutiny of immigration in Europe?
What was a contributing factor to the increased scrutiny of immigration in Europe?
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Which group of immigrants was primarily affected by the dismantling of camps in France?
Which group of immigrants was primarily affected by the dismantling of camps in France?
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What reaction did the publication of the Jyllands-Posten cartoons provoke in the Muslim world?
What reaction did the publication of the Jyllands-Posten cartoons provoke in the Muslim world?
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What is one of the main issues related to the debate over the Islamic veil across Europe?
What is one of the main issues related to the debate over the Islamic veil across Europe?
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Which German political figure suggested that full-faced veils should be prohibited?
Which German political figure suggested that full-faced veils should be prohibited?
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What did the federal Constitutional Court in Germany rule in 2003 regarding teachers wearing Islamic scarves?
What did the federal Constitutional Court in Germany rule in 2003 regarding teachers wearing Islamic scarves?
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What initiative was taken by Austria’s ruling coalition regarding full-face veils?
What initiative was taken by Austria’s ruling coalition regarding full-face veils?
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Which aspect of society does the Austrian government claim is hindered by the presence of full-face veils in public?
Which aspect of society does the Austrian government claim is hindered by the presence of full-face veils in public?
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What trend influenced Austria to implement a law against full-face veils?
What trend influenced Austria to implement a law against full-face veils?
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Which state in Germany prohibited full-face veils in schools, polling stations, and universities in early 2017?
Which state in Germany prohibited full-face veils in schools, polling stations, and universities in early 2017?
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What was a common reason for the calls to ban the Islamic veil in Germany and Austria?
What was a common reason for the calls to ban the Islamic veil in Germany and Austria?
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Which country has imposed a regional ban on hijabs, upheld by its Supreme Court?
Which country has imposed a regional ban on hijabs, upheld by its Supreme Court?
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What action did President Ramzan Kadyrov of Chechnya take regarding women's dress code?
What action did President Ramzan Kadyrov of Chechnya take regarding women's dress code?
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What was the outcome of the 2009 proposal by the Swiss Justice Minister regarding face veils?
What was the outcome of the 2009 proposal by the Swiss Justice Minister regarding face veils?
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What action was taken by Bulgaria's parliament regarding women who cover their faces in public in 2016?
What action was taken by Bulgaria's parliament regarding women who cover their faces in public in 2016?
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What sparked protests against Denmark across the Muslim world in 2005?
What sparked protests against Denmark across the Muslim world in 2005?
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What significant legal action regarding veils did France take in 2011?
What significant legal action regarding veils did France take in 2011?
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What was the reaction of most of the French population regarding the ban on face-covering veils?
What was the reaction of most of the French population regarding the ban on face-covering veils?
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What penalty is prescribed for wearing a full-face veil in France?
What penalty is prescribed for wearing a full-face veil in France?
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How did Belgium's Constitutional Court respond to challenges against the face veil ban?
How did Belgium's Constitutional Court respond to challenges against the face veil ban?
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What was the particular concern expressed by tourism officials in Austria regarding the niqab?
What was the particular concern expressed by tourism officials in Austria regarding the niqab?
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What did President Nicolas Sarkozy claim about veils in France?
What did President Nicolas Sarkozy claim about veils in France?
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How many women in France were estimated to wear full veils based on available data?
How many women in France were estimated to wear full veils based on available data?
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What type of law was enacted in Belgium in 2011 regarding face-covering clothing?
What type of law was enacted in Belgium in 2011 regarding face-covering clothing?
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What type of head-wear is banned in Barcelona to aid in identification?
What type of head-wear is banned in Barcelona to aid in identification?
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What was the stance of Ed Balls regarding wearing veils in public places in the UK?
What was the stance of Ed Balls regarding wearing veils in public places in the UK?
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Which political party in the UK has advocated for a burka ban, reflecting public opinion?
Which political party in the UK has advocated for a burka ban, reflecting public opinion?
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What was the main reason given for Turkey's ban on headscarves in civic spaces?
What was the main reason given for Turkey's ban on headscarves in civic spaces?
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As of October 2013, what change did Turkey implement regarding headscarves in state institutions?
As of October 2013, what change did Turkey implement regarding headscarves in state institutions?
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What punitive measure was introduced by the Danish parliament regarding the full-face veil?
What punitive measure was introduced by the Danish parliament regarding the full-face veil?
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How have the views on headscarves varied among Turkish women?
How have the views on headscarves varied among Turkish women?
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What argument did former UKIP leader Nigel Farage make about full veils?
What argument did former UKIP leader Nigel Farage make about full veils?
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Study Notes
Europe and The Muslim Veil
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Many countries in Europe have debated the issue of the Muslim veil, including the burqa and the niqab, which covers the face except for the eyes.
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The debate centers around religious freedom, female equality, secular traditions, and fears of terrorism.
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The veil issue is part of a broader discussion about multiculturalism in Europe, with many politicians arguing for greater assimilation of ethnic and religious minorities.
Germany
- In December 2016, Chancellor Angela Merkel expressed support for banning full-face veils wherever legally possible.
- Prior to this, Germany had no national law on veils, and in 2003 the Constitutional Court ruled in favor of a teacher who wanted to wear an Islamic scarf to school.
- Many German states, including Bavaria, have banned full-face veils in schools, universities, and government offices.
Austria
- The Austrian government agreed in 2017 to ban full-face veils in public spaces like schools and courts, citing communication and openness as reasons.
- The decision came amidst concerns about the rise of the far-right Freedom Party.
France
- In 2011, France became the first European country to ban the full-face Islamic veil in public places.
- The government cited “oppression” of women as a reason for the ban.
- In 2016, France saw a controversy surrounding the ban on “burkinis,” full-body swimsuits, which the government viewed as a sign of "political Islam in the public space."
- There are around five million Muslims in France, with an estimated 2,000 women wearing full veils.
- The ban has been upheld by the European Court of Human Rights.
- France also saw a ban on headscarves and other religious symbols in state schools in 2004.
Belgium
- Belgium implemented a law in 2011 banning clothing that obscures identity in public places, including the full-face veil.
- The ban was upheld by the Constitutional Court.
Britain
- The UK has no ban on Islamic dress, but schools are allowed to set their own dress codes.
- In 2010, the Schools Secretary stated that it was “not British” to dictate clothing choices in public.
- A 2016 poll found that 57% of Britons support a ban on burqas.
Turkey
- Turkey, a secular state, has a history of banning headscarves in public spaces and official buildings.
- In 2008, the constitution was amended to ease the ban on headscarves in universities, allowing loosely tied headscarves under the chin.
- In 2013, Turkey lifted the ban on headscarves in state institutions, except for the judiciary, military and police.
- In 2016, Turkey began allowing policewomen to wear headscarves.
Denmark
- In 2018, Denmark passed a bill to fine anyone wearing a full-face veil.
- Denmark banned judges from wearing headscarves and other religious symbols in courtrooms in 2008.
- In 2005, Denmark faced international backlash after a Danish newspaper published controversial cartoons depicting the Prophet Muhammad.
Russia
- Russia's Stavropol region banned hijabs in 2013.
- Chechnya, a region in Russia, has defied federal policy and requires women to wear headscarves in state buildings.
Switzerland
- In 2009, the Swiss Justice Minister suggested a face-veil ban.
- In 2013, the Italian-speaking region of Ticino implemented a ban on face veils in public areas.
Bulgaria
- In 2016, Bulgaria passed a law to fine and cut benefits for women who cover their faces in public.
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Explore the complexities surrounding the Muslim veil in Europe, focusing on religious freedom, gender equality, and national security. Learn about various countries' stances, particularly Germany and Austria, and how these policies reflect broader societal debates on multiculturalism.
