Independent experts have warned that “the new hijab law reflects the state’s increasing control over women’s bodies in Iran, and is another attack on women’s rights and freedoms.” It is noteworthy that in Iran, so-called sexual purity and hijab A law is being implemented to protect the family by promoting the culture of hijab. Under this law, people are prohibited from wearing hijab on online mediums and in ordinary life. There is a provision for punishing girls of 12 years of age or older. There has also been talk of punishing girls and women who allegedly wear obscene, inappropriate attire and those who promote nudity. Strict provisions: According to the Islamic Penal Code, not wearing hijab in Iran already results in punishment and imprisonment. There is a provision for closure. But the new law has increased the fine and imposed a punishment of up to 15 years in prison. In addition, it will be possible for judges to sentence people found ‘guilty’ on charges of ‘corrupt conduct on earth’ Death penalty should be given. The group of human rights experts said that the new law has clearly violated basic human rights, legal standards and principles. This violates women’s rights including equality, freedom of expression, religion and belief, physical autonomy, security and privacy. The Group of Special Rapporteurs has expressed concern that educational materials are being prepared through government propaganda, Hijab Cultural norms are being imposed to make sex compulsory, to promote so-called sexual purity and family values. According to him, under this law, these ideals will be inculcated in curriculum, training programs and public information. They are being included in an information campaign, and an attempt is being made to impose a value system approved by the state. This will impact freedom of expression and will hurt the rights of thought, religion and belief. Fear of antitrust. Independent experts said that Common people have also been given the responsibility to implement this law. Individuals, families and businesses will be required to report cases of non-compliance with this law and technology will also be used to detect this. He expressed fear that this will create an environment of fear and distrust and this will lead to non-compliance. There could be a disproportionate impact on children, youth and other populations and groups who use social media. Independent experts said this has the potential to increase cases of violence against women and girls and perpetuate gender-based, systemic discrimination. This will encourage and increase division in Iranian society. In view of this, the Group of Special Rapporteurs has called for the immediate withdrawal of all discriminatory laws, including hijab and sexual purity laws. They are appointed to monitor a human rights situation or the situation in a country and submit reports. These human rights experts provide information to the United Nations and the governments of a country. They are independent from, are not UN staff, nor do they receive any remuneration from the UN for their work. Click here to see the list of experts who have signed this statement.
