The controversy over headscarves in Karnataka has intensified, with students defying the government order to use uniform clothing to maintain "unity and equality".
Clashes have erupted across campuses in the last few days and at least two colleges declared a holiday on 7 February so as to prevent communal tension.
Karnataka Hijab Row: Uniform code trampling religious freedom of students? All you need to know - The hijab row in Karnataka has sparked a major political debate and a discussion about discrimination and religious freedom in the state.