The Allahabad High Court dismissed a petition filed by a student seeking permission to wear a hijab in school, ruling that it is not an essential religious practice in Islam.
The court's verdict, delivered on August 25, 2026, emphasized that educational institutions have the authority to enforce dress codes to maintain secular standards.
The All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) has announced plans to challenge the decision in the Supreme Court, citing concerns over religious freedom and constitutional rights.