Question
What year did Switzerland implement a prohibition on face-covering garments, including burqas and niqabs?
Solution
Switzerland's prohibition on face-covering garments, such as burqas and niqabs, came into effect starting January 1, 2025. This measure was approved through a nationwide referendum in March 2021, reflecting ongoing global debates over the wearing of such garments, which have sparked significant discourse regarding personal freedoms, security, and cultural identity.
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