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The student’s counsel confirmed her intention to withdraw from the school, while the State indicated it did not wish to escalate the matter.
Sivankutty said that, as per the culture of the state, no student should miss an opportunity for studies
In the current writ, the school contends that the Kerala government has not enacted any law permitting religious attire in educational institutions and that such permissions could undermine the secular and inclusive character of schools.
Shortly after Anas's announcement, the school's principal, Sister Helena, addressed the media.
The dispute had forced the school to shut down for two days.
Anas told Onmanorama that he decided to accept the school’s rules to prevent the matter from being exploited by external elements.
When she refused to remove it, she was allegedly barred from entering the classroom and made to stand outside.
Girl students must have the freedom to choose what they wear and educational institutions cannot force on them their choice, the SC observed.
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said choice of dress and food is personal.
Metal jewellery, except 'Mangalsutra' and 'Kalungura' (toe rings), are prohibited.
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