Sadra Medical Journal

National Coverage (Hijab) Pattern in Ilam University of Medical Sciences and Students Responses to Its Adherence

Document Type : Original Article

Authors

Fraiba Parvaneh 1
Yar Mohammad Ghasemi 2
Ali Baseri 3

1 Department of Cultural Sociology, Central Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran

2 Professor, Department of Sociology, Ilam University, Ilam, Iran

3 Associate Professor, Department of Anthropology, Central Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran

https://doi.org/10.30476/smsj.2024.98471.1407
Abstract
Introduction: The hijab is a significant subject in cultural sociology. It is explored across various disciplines, including social sciences, psychology, and religion. This research aims to assess students’ responses at Ilam University of Medical Sciences in Ilam City towards the national coverage pattern.
Methods: This study employed a qualitative and grounded theory approach, focusing on all female students at Ilam University of Medical Sciences. Participants were selected using purposive sampling, and data was gathered using semi-structured interviews. The collected data was then analyzed using a qualitative content analysis approach.
Results: Interview data from the respondents was analyzed and categorized into the following themes: Pluralistic Coverage, Selective Coverage, Revision of Coverage Policy, and Cultural Resistance. The results showed a revision in hijab policies manifested through the formulation of related rules, the re-politicization of the hijab, the implementation of cultural programs, and the avoidance of over-regulation.
Conclusion: The findings indicated that the students’ responses to national clothing patterns were critical, suggesting that revising cultural clothing-related policies could improve these patterns.

Keywords

Official cover pattern
Hijab
Grounded theory
Qualitative research
Students
Cultural competency
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Sadra Medical Journal
Volume 12, Issue 2
Spring 2024
Pages 287-299

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