No prosecution has been initiated against an Iranian student who removed her underwear in public in Tehran in early November. This was announced today by the spokesman of the Iranian judiciary, according to AFP. He said the student has been released from the hospital and is now in the care of her family.
Iranian authorities arrested the woman on November 2 after she walked around the grounds of Tehran’s Azad University in only her underwear. Her action was reportedly in response to the conflict with the Basij militias. The student newsletter Amír Kabír said that the woman was harassed by one of the militia members because she was not wearing a headscarf and that she was beaten when she was arrested. Amnesty International described the act as a public protest against harassment related to the strict austerity rules imposed by the democratic regime that has ruled Iran since 1979.
A video recording of a female student walking has gone viral around the world. Iranian media then reported that the woman was mentally ill and had been taken to a psychiatric hospital. On November 13, French diplomacy expressed “concern and disgust”. The student was identified by Iranian exile media as Áhú Darjájíová, 30, a French literature student in a doctoral program.
“She was taken to the hospital where she was found to be ill so she was given to the family who are currently caring for her. No legal proceedings have been initiated against her,” a spokesman for Iran’s judiciary said at a press conference today, according to AFP.
The opening of a treatment center for women who remove the hijab, which is a headscarf that covers their hair, was announced in mid-November by Mehrí Tálebí Dárestáníová, director of Iran’s Women and Families Bureau, which is under the Tehran Bureau for Promotion of Attributes and Prevention of Attitudes. She noted that the new clinic will offer “scientific and psychological treatment against the removal of the hijab,” The Guardian reported.
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Health and dissent? How might such a center affect women’s autonomy and societal perceptions of those who resist imposed dress codes?
Thematic Section 1: The Role of the Judiciary in Dealing with the Incident
In light of the recent incident involving an Iranian student removing her underwear in protest against the regime, how should the judiciary handle such cases? Is it justified to release the student from the hospital into the care of her family without initiating any legal proceedings? Should there be more consideration given to the underlying reasons behind such actions? How can the judiciary balance maintaining law and order while also acknowledging the rights of individuals to express their dissent?
Thematic Section 2: The Impact of the Act on the Student Movement
The student’s action has sparked widespread international attention. Does this incident indicate a growing frustration among Iranian students towards the government’s policies, and what impact do you think it will have on the broader student movement? How can students channel their dissent in a more constructive manner without endangering their personal safety or wellbeing? Are there any potential risks associated with escalating such acts of civil disobedience?
Thematic Section 3: The Role of Social Media and International Reaction
The incident went viral on social media, with many condemning the Iranian government’s handling of the situation. What impact does social media have on shaping public opinion and international perceptions of the Iranian regime? How can Iranian authorities respond to these external pressures without compromising their sovereignty? Should the international community be doing more to hold Iran accountable for human rights violations within its borders?
Thematic Section 4: Gender Inequality and the Hijab Debate
The Iranian government continues to enforce strict dress codes for women, including the mandatory hijab. What are the broader implications of this policy on gender equality and women’s rights in Iran? Is it time for a reevaluation of these policies to allow for greater freedom of expression and personal autonomy? Should international organizations like the UN be doing more to address this issue?
Thematic Section 5: The New “Hijab Treatment Center” and Mental Health Approach
The Iranian government has announced plans to open a clinic to treat women who remove the hijab. What does this suggest about the government’s view on mental
