Iran’s Mandatory Hijab Enforcement: Impact on Society, Businesses, and Karim Bagheri’s “Number Six” Restaurant

Similarly, coffee shops and restaurants in cities like Mashhad have been sealed for not adhering to mandatory hijab requirements. The government’s crackdown on businesses under the pretext of upholding Islamic values has led to a growing sense of frustration and resistance among various segments of society.

Impact on Women’s Rights

The mandatory hijab enforcement has had a significant impact on women’s rights in Iran. While many women comply with the dress code due to societal and legal pressures, there has been a notable increase in the number of women protesting against the policy. Social media platforms have played a pivotal role in amplifying these protests, shedding light on the stories of women who have been arrested or penalized for not adhering to the hijab requirements. The arrests and convictions of women without the mandatory hijab highlight the tense relationship between personal freedoms and state-imposed religious mandates.

August 12, 2023 | 4:49 pm