Slippers, crop tops, ripped jeans, or short dresses are commonly banned in Mumbai colleges. But Vivek Vidyalaya Junior College in Goregaon has surprised students by banning burqas in classrooms, even though the attire had been allowed for years.

A code of conduct sent to students stated that any appropriate Indian or Western outfit is allowed, but “clothing that reveals religion or shows cultural disparity is prohibited.” Burqas, niqabs, emblems, or religious signs must be removed before class, though hijabs or headscarves are permitted.