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Women should be free to wear the burqa : Comments
By Pip Hinman, published 29/11/2010Wearing the burqa raises complicated questions of human rights.
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As a libertarian, I agree that as long as no harm is inflicted on others anyone should be allowed to wear what they want whether it is the Burqa, a silly hat, or even nothing.
However, society is never that simple, and the burqa is not like wearing a silly hat, and has cultural and other freedom issues associated with it.
Despite Pip's protestations, there is significant evidence that many of those wearing the burqa are doing so not because of their religious ideals, but more because of pressure from their husbands and community.
The second issue that the burqa not only provides modesty, but hides identity, and obscures vision is also problematic especially where safety and security are concerned when driving or banking is undertaken.
In conclusion, there are strong arguments either way, and neither banning or allowing the burqa is without merit.