Austria has enacted a law prohibiting headscarves for girls under 14 in schools, which the government claims promotes gender equality. Critics argue it fosters anti-Muslim sentiment and may be unconstitutional, recalling a previous similar ban that was overturned. The law applies to both public and private schools, with penalties for violations. The opposition parties have mixed reactions, with some calling for a broader ban. The Islamic Community in Austria deems the law a violation of fundamental rights and plans to challenge its constitutionality.