In Karnataka, following Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's initial statement about considering the revocation of the hijab ban in government schools and colleges, he clarified that no official order has been issued, and a final decision will be made after government-level discussions. <br />''<br />''School Education Minister Madhu Bengarappa emphasised the sensitivity of the issue, highlighting the need to consider the legal framework and consult with the chief minister before reaching a decision. The matter is currently sub judice, with a split judgment in October 2022 leading the Supreme Court to refer the case to a yet-to-be-constituted three-judge bench, as stated by Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud in March.<br />