Communal tension flared in Kerala’s Ernakulam district since October 7 when a Class 8 student arrived wearing a hijab which the Christian convent stated that the head covering did not align with the uniform prescribed to the students.

The girl is a student of St Rita’s Public School. The situation escalated after her parents approached the authorities, leading to a Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) announcing a two-day holiday on October 13 and 14 to bring the situation under control.

The Kerala High Court, on October 13, granted police protection for the school’s management, staff and students, following the school’s plea alleging threats and mob intrusion.

School cites uniform rules

According to local reports, the principal Sister Helena said that all parents were notified of the dres

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