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

Government Strategy and Society’s Response

The government’s strategy of increasing closures and suppressing businesses that do not adhere to mandatory hijab rules reflects a broader attempt to suppress dissent and maintain control over public behavior. However, this approach has faced resistance from business owners, civil society activists, and individuals who view the policy as an infringement on personal freedoms. The enforcement of mandatory hijab has sparked online campaigns, protests, and international attention, underscoring the societal divisions that this policy has exposed.

August 12, 2023 | 4:49 pm