Pakistan’s Federal Directorate for Education (FDE) has urged teachers not to wear jeans and tights. The same notice goes on to ban male teachers from wearing jeans and t-shirts.
A letter to this effect was sent to the school and university management by the Academic Directorate on Monday, reported Dawn.
The letter urged school principals to ensure that each employee “was taking reasonably good physical and personal hygiene practices”.
It goes on to describe such good measures as having a regular haircut, beard trimming, nail clipping, showering, and the use of deodorant or perfume.
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Such measures are intended to be followed by teachers in Pakistan during office hours as well as during their time on campus and even at official gatherings and meetings.
The letter also recommends that all teachers wear a school gown in class and lab coats in the laboratory. It also instructs schools and universities to ensure uniforms for porters and support staff.
At official gatherings, the dress code for teachers is: “Fancy dresses / party dresses are not recommended for official gatherings / meetings”.
What does letter mean for teachers in Pakistan?
According to the letter, teachers are not allowed to wear jeans or tights. They were asked to wear “simple and decent shalwar qameez, pants, shirt with dupatta / scarf”.
It also states that women observing Purdah are allowed to wear scarves / hijab while ensuring their clean and well-groomed appearance. During the winter season, teachers can wear coats, blazers, sweaters, leotards, cardigans, and scarves in “decent colors and designs”.
Teachers are also allowed to wear formal shoes (pumps, slippers, mules) or sneakers and sandals, but not slippers.
What does letter mean for male teachers in Pakistan?
The letter from the Federal Department of Education (FDE) states that male teachers must wear Shalwar Qameez with a waistcoat or trousers and a shirt and tie.
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