Taliban's Ban on Girls' Education in Afghanistan
The Taliban in Afghanistan have barred more than 1 million girls from attending school, making it the only country with such restrictions on female education. The Taliban prioritize Islamic knowledge over basic literacy and numeracy, and have imposed harsh measures on women and girls since taking over in 2021.
Key Points
- Taliban banned more than 1 million girls from attending school
- Taliban prioritize Islamic knowledge over basic education
- Harsh measures imposed on women and girls
Cons
- More than 1 million girls barred from education
- Harsh measures imposed on women and girls