Hijab-wearing girls excel in Delhi CBSE exams
New Delhi: Muslim students in the Indian national capital have excelled in the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) examination, showcasing remarkable academic achievements.
According to Kashmir Media Service, two hijab-wearing students, Munira Salafi and Waleeha Afaq, secured more than 96% marks in their Class XII exams, proving that traditional attire is no barrier to academic success.
In media interviews, both girls emphasized that the hijab gives them courage and confidence rather than hindering their progress. The prevailing assumption that a girl wearing a hijab holds stereotypical views is increasingly being challenged. In contemporary society, hijab-wearing girls are leading in various fields, including academics. Munira and Waleeha are among those who have excelled in exams, achieving outstanding results. Munira secured a remarkable 96.2%, earning the second position in her school, while Waleeha achieved 96%, securing the third position.
Munira maintained that the notion of hijab being a barrier in higher education is narrow-minded. “It is a narrow mindset among people that hijab can create a barrier in higher education. The reality is quite the opposite. Hijab does not create any barrier in any field, whether it is sports or education,” she said. Munira emphasized that one can achieve anything while adhering to the Shariah rules on hijab.
