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Women's rights in Iran

In Iran, some people think that girls and boys should not be treated the same way. This means that sometimes girls are not allowed to do the same things that boys are allowed to do, like go to school or play sports. This is not fair, because girls are just as important as boys.

However, many people in Iran are working hard to make things better for girls and women. They believe that everyone should have the same chances to learn, play, and have good jobs. But there are rules in Iran that can make things harder for girls and women.

For example, in Iran it is the law for women to cover their hair with a scarf (called a hijab). Some women do not want to do this, because they believe they should have the right to choose what they wear. But others think it is important to follow the law and wear a hijab.

There are also rules in Iran that make it harder for women to be treated fairly in court. For example, a woman's word may be worth less than a man's word in a legal case. This is not fair, because women should be equal to men in every way.

Overall, there are many people in Iran who want to make things better for women's rights. But it is a complicated issue, and there are still many challenges that need to be overcome.