Girl forced to cover her legs for wearing shorts for exam in Assam
The Hindu
The girl's family has decided against taking the matter further in the interest of her mental well-being and academic future
A 19-year-old girl appearing for an examination in Assam was made to wrap a curtain around her legs by an invigilator who chafed at her wearing shorts, provoking outrage and allegations of gender bias, and prompting university authorities to order an inquiry.
The girl's family has, however, decided against taking the matter further in the interest of her mental well-being and academic future.
The incident occurred on September 15 when the girl had gone from her hometown Biswanath Chariali to Tezpur to appear for the entrance examination of the Assam Agricultural University (AAU). She had unhindered access to the venue but an invigilator inside the examination hall objected to her wearing short pants.
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