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What is the difference between Niqab and Burqa?

What is the difference between Niqab and Burqa?

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Asked by B. Wright, Last updated: Jan 11, 2025

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J. Pollock

J. Pollock

J. Pollock
J. Pollock, Science Professor, Los Angeles

Answered Aug 06, 2019

In different cultures, there are various things that people wear on their head or over their head that is draped over their face. In Muslim culture, women often wear the niqab or burqa. However, there are differences between these two veils. Many people confuse the niqab, burqa, and hijab because they are very similar. The hijab is a covering of the head, but it does not cover the face.

In different cultures, there are various things that people wear on their head or over their head
Many people think of the hijab when they think of this type of veil, but they also believe it may be a niqab or burqa. The niqab covers the head and part of the face, but it does not cover the eyes. The burqa covers everything, but there are some small holes for the person to breathe and see. However, people on the outside can’t see the person’s eyes if they are wearing a burqa.

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