But the comparison has revealed that our burka is no heavier than the gigantic hats worn by Englishwomen. For us, purdah signifies that which is undisclosed, a covered body, et cetera – not just ...
A burqa is a type of opaque head covering worn by Muslim women observing the principles of purdah, as well as some Jewish women. Like the niqab, a burqa covers the entire head, leaving only a ...