The controversy over the legal wearing of hijab for women in Iran is heating up. Recently, a girl started a different kind of protest against the hijab law, which created a stir globally. The girl had to face harassment for wearing hijab, in response to which she protested by wearing a bikini, sparking national controversies on freedom and rights.
Pictures and videos of this protest of the Iranian woman in a bikini have gone viral on social media. According to sources, the video is from Islamic Azad University. There have been huge protests against hijab in different ways in Iran. But this woman’s protest has shocked everyone, as she proves the real women’s empowerment; she is a real feminist.
This step has become a topic of discussion internationally. In the viral video, the girl is roaming around on the road wearing a bikini. There are strict rules regarding hijab and dress code in Iran. The girl courageously protested against this in this way. According to sources, the woman has been arrested for protesting wearing a bikini. Some other sources reported that the girl who did this act has a serious mental problem and after investigation, she can be sent to a mental hospital.
It has always been challenging for women to fight for their rights. After watching the video, people have been divided into two sides. On one hand, some people appreciate this girl’s bold step and consider it an important step towards women’s rights. On the other hand, some people are also calling it an insult to Iranian culture, religious values, and societal traditions.
Users shared their views and shared many types of reactions. A user wrote against it, “Walking naked is not freedom. You also tell your sisters and daughters to roam like this, society will move forward.”
Another user wrote, “Nudidity is not freedom. You would not wear a bikini in college. Stop comparing freedom with nudidity”.
