Iran's Crackdown on Women Defying Dress Code
Iran has launched a major crackdown on women defying the country’s dress code, with police enforcing laws requiring women to wear headscarves in public. The campaign, named “Noor” (Light), is the most serious effort to enforce the mandatory hijab law, following women-led protests in 2022 and 2023. The crackdown has raised concerns about state violence and repression against women and girls.
Key Points
- Iran's “Noor” (Light) campaign aims to enforce mandatory hijab law
- Women-led protests in 2022 and 2023 challenged the law
- Increased repression and state violence against women and girls
Pros
- Enforcing the country’s laws
- Maintaining cultural norms
Cons
- Violating women's rights
- Use of state violence
- Crushing peaceful protests