Gender-neutral uniforms in schools is definitely the way to go and kudos to Kerala schools for getting the ball rolling. Gender-based clothing is a social construct that needs to be disassembled, especially as it is riddled with the oppressive binary of men vs women.
The argument that gender-neutral uniforms in schools go against the student's individual freedom doesn't quite hold water because the idea of uniform in itself is against individual freedom but it is justifiably mandated to create a sense of equality and unity among students.
However, "why pants for all, and not skirts?" is not a question to be mocked or ignored. It is indeed relevant to address the fact that our idea of gender-neutral may be influenced by the existing patriarchal norms but using this to oppose gender-neutral uniform is disingenuous.
So, what's the solution here? Maybe a new, innovative clothing design that does not conform to existing gender norms? There must be healthy discussions instead of mudslinging based on electoral party allegiances. Kudos to a good start, nevertheless.
Excellent thread explaining the government’s position on gender-neutral uniforms by comrade Bindu, Kerala Minister for Higher education and social justice. Very well articulated and highly progressive, as usual.
https://twitter.com/rbinducpm/status/1471071380221218816
“Conservatism will strongly oppose such a notion. Do not be afraid of that. None of our current clothing ideals were formed by natural evolution.” 🔥
https://twitter.com/rbinducpm/status/1471071390962896896
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