Acharya & Marathe College in Chembur, Mumbai, has implemented a new dress code policy banning jeans and T-shirts. This decision follows recent controversies around dress codes in educational institutions, such as the hijab ban. According to the sources, the decision has been taken by the college administration which aims to promote a formal and disciplined atmosphere. However, it may also face criticism and debate over students freedom of expression and personal attire choices.The reason behind the moveThe decision from the college has come after the Bombay High Court dismissed a plea filed by students of the college last year, challenging the ban on hijab and other religious identifiers. According to the official statement, the ban has come into effect starting June 27, torn jeans, T-shirts and revealing dresses and jerseys. However, in response to the ban the college has said that the administration is preparing them to be corporate world.Clarifying the instance, the Principal of the College Dr Lele said, “We just want students to wear decent clothes. We have not brought in any uniform, but have asked them to wear formal Indian or Western clothes. After all, they will be expected to wear those once they are employed,” according to The Indian Express.Dr Lele also said that students were informed about the dress code at the time of admission, then why they should raise the concerns now Meanwhile, it is important to note that the college, last year, banned hijab or niqab at a designated place after entering the college. Notably, nine students moved the Bombay High Court against the ban, but the plea has been dismissed by the high court.
