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Parameshwara stated Tuesday that \u201cone month is sufficient\u201d for discussions, while Education Minister Madhu Bangarappa deferred the decision to the Home Department.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Chief Minister Siddaramaiah reaffirmed his stance to reverse the BJP-era ban, asserting, \u201cDressing and food habits are personal rights.\u201d The BJP opposes the move, threatening protests if hijabs are allowed in classrooms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The issue, pending before the Supreme Court since a split 2022 verdict, previously divided Karnataka\u2019s educational institutions and drew international criticism. 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