Several Western countries including France, Spain and Canada have proposed laws which would ban Muslim women from wearing a Niqab in public spaces. A niqab is a cloth that covers the face and is worn by some Muslim women in public areas. In 2015 the Canadian Supreme Court overturned a Ottawa’s request to ban niqab’s when women were taking citizenship oaths. Proponents argue that the ban infringes on individual rights and prevents people from expressing their religious beliefs. Opponents argue that face-coverings prevent the clear identification of a person, which is both a security risk, and a social hindrance within a society which relies on facial recognition and expression in communication.
51% Yes |
49% No |
50% Yes |
49% No |
1% Yes, but their identity must be privately verified by a female staff member |
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0% Yes, we should respect all cultural traditions |
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Unique answers from Canada users whose views extended beyond the provided choices.
@589R7KX4yrs4Y
Jealousy is one of the deadly sins its a sign of insecurity. This rule is really a hidden law to suppress and control women. It's time to wake up ladies wake up. Take it off live in freedom don't mask yourselves any longer.
@5DKSC754yrs4Y
all face coverings are a problem, including men in masks
@4X47CR74yrs4Y
Oppressing women is wrong, these facemasks are a sign of male ownership of a woman.
@93WJJFT2yrs2Y
No, its their own decision to wear face veil or something because everyone has right to live his or her life and they are free to take their own decisions.
@9RC2QHK4 days4D
Yes, we should respect all cultures and traditions, assuming they do not harm the rights and autonomy of others.
@8S73DY83yrs3Y
let them do what they want, I want the right not to show my face in civic ceremonies, that would be sweet
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