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flag Taliban's ban on female secondary education drives Afghan girls to religious schools.

flag In Afghanistan, girls are turning to religious schools, or madrassas, to continue learning after being banned from secondary schools and universities by the Taliban. flag These madrassas teach religious subjects like the Quran and Islamic law. flag Over 3 million students have enrolled in madrassas, as the Taliban's ban on female education beyond primary school has left few other options. flag Despite the restrictions, some Taliban members acknowledge the long-term impact of denying education to girls.

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