The Karnataka government has officially revoked its February 2022 order that mandated strict uniform adherence without religious symbols in schools. The new guidelines now allow students in government, aided, and private schools, as well as pre-university colleges, to wear a range of traditional and faith-based symbols, including hijabs, turbans, and sacred threads, alongside their uniforms. This decision aims to respect students' cultural identities while ensuring that discipline, safety, and identification are not compromised. The government has mandated that no student should be denied entry to classrooms or examinations for wearing these symbols, and schools must not discriminate against students based on their attire. Karnataka Education Minister Madhu Bangarappa highlighted the importance of allowing religious practices in educational spaces, citing past incidents where students faced discrimination. However, some opposition figures, including BJP MLA Bharat Shetty, have criticized the decision as a diversion from the government's failures, arguing that it should also allow Hindu students to wear saffron shawls. The new order reflects a shift towards inclusivity in educational settings while maintaining institutional discipline and order.