Is The Hijab Repressive?

From about two years ago I can recall the mass media frenzy over the Taliban regime. The outrage felt and expressed by the public at the media portrayal of their treatment of women was distinct and tangible.
Images of women covered from head to toe immediately arise due to a very effective propaganda campaign. Don't forget, the issue of women's rights only became important during the build up to the invasion of Afghanistan.
The whole world clamoured at the supposed lack of choice in wearing the 'Burka ', the garment which was compulsory for women to wear. …