What should a Muslim woman do if she is forced not to wear the hijab in Western countries, and does this apply to other countries as it happened in France?
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One should ask Allah for well-being and safety. What happened in France might not happen elsewhere, as the was not absolutely prohibited there. A Muslim woman must adhere to her hijab, and if she is prevented from wearing it in public schools, she should study in private schools. She must adhere to her religion and preserve it during times of ease, so that Allah may preserve her during times of hardship.
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