September 20, 2023 8:18 PM

Iran passes Hijab and Chastity Bill that would punish and penalize women violating dress code

Iran's Parliament on Wednesday passed a controversial Hijab and Chastity Bill that would punish and penalize women who violate the Islamic dress code. According to this Bill, women who fail to wear a Hijab or clothing in accordance with the Islamic dress code would face up to 10 years of jail term. This Bill will be implemented for a trial period of three years. The Bill also proposes fines for those promoting nudity or making fun of the hijab in the media and on social networks and for...