Why Does the Hijab Bother People So Much?
The hijab—a simple headscarf worn by Muslim women—has become one of the most politicized pieces of clothing in modern history. Despite claims of supporting women’s freedom and choice, certain Western cultures display intense hostility toward Muslim women who choose to cover. This contradiction reveals deeper discomfort with modesty, religious conviction, and women making choices that challenge prevailing cultural narratives about liberation and empowerment.