The hijab ban sparked a national debate and international attention in the wake of the contentious conduct of the institutions in Karnataka that barred and expelled the hijab-wearing students from the premises.

The arrested man was later handed over to the Karnataka police and he was then taken under police custody for further investigations. 

The students had argued that the hijab is as important as education and said that they would not return to colleges until they get permission to wear the hijab.

The verdict has triggered a fresh war of words between the political parties, with the opposition leaders raising concerns over the judgement.