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Bookmark or Share- What's the difference between a hijab, niqab and burka?What is a burka? The burka is the most concealing of all Islamic veils. It is a one-piece veil that covers the face and body, often leaving just a mesh screen to see through. What is an al-amira?...
- Burka | Definition, Characteristics, & Facts | Britannicaburka, a loose outer garment worn primarily in public spaces by some Muslim women. It covers the body and face, usually incorporating a mesh panel through which the wearer can see. The burka comes in a variety of colours, but blue is the most common choice, and it often features embroidery on the cap and throughout the front.
- Explainer: Why do Muslim women wear a burka, niqab or hijab?(ABC News: Lucy Fahey) The use of the term burka in Australia is often confused with what is actually the niqab. The burka covers the entire body including the whole face, with a mesh window for the woman to see out of. Why Muslim women cover their hair with a hijab and the importance of modesty in Islam.
- Taliban Impose Head-to-Toe Coverings for WomenTaliban Impose Head-to-Toe Coverings for Women. A new decree requires women to fully cover themselves and suggests that the burqa is the preferred option. Male relatives of those who do not...
- burqa | Fashion History TimelineThe Details. S ara and Tom Pendergast define the burqa in Fashion, Costume, and Culture ( 2004) as: “A long, flowing garment that covers the whole body from head to feet, the burka, also known as burqa or abaya, is an important part of the dress of Muslim women in many different countries.
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