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Types of Hijab in Islam

What are the types of hijab?

1. Full Shariah-Compliant Hijab: Covers the entire body and hair. All body parts, including the head, hair, neck, arms, and legs, are covered. Aims to protect modesty, chastity, and piety.
2. Partial Hijab: Some body parts may remain visible in a way that does not attract sexual attention. The face and hands may be uncovered, provided there is no display or excessive adornment.
3. Modern Hijab: Applies the concept of hijab in innovative and contemporary ways according to social and cultural circumstances. Preserves the principles of Shariah-compliant hijab while adapting to daily life and modern fashion.
4. External and Internal Hijab: External hijab refers to clothing visible to others, while internal hijab relates to behavior, morality, and piety. Combines maintaining outward modesty with inner piety; a comprehensive principle of hijab in Islam.

These types of hijab aim to protect modesty, chastity, and piety, based on evidence from the Qur’an and the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).