Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has clarified that saffron shawls will not be permitted in schools, while allowing hijabs and other religious symbols. This decision has sparked criticism from the opposition BJP, accusing the government of appeasement politics.

• 01Siddaramaiah's government allows hijabs and other religious symbols in schools.
• 02Saffron shawls are explicitly banned as part of the new guidelines.
• 03The ruling Congress and opposition BJP are in conflict over the issue.
• 04Existing religious practices are permitted, but no new practices can be introduced.
• 05Critics accuse the government of bias towards certain religious symbols.

This decision will affect students' ability to express their religious beliefs in schools, potentially leading to further tensions between different religious communities.