Burqa

“As a consequence of the purdah system, a segregation of the Muslim women is brought about... She cannot go even to the mosque to pray, and must wear burka (veil) whenever she has to go out. These burka women walking in the streets is one of the most hideous sights one can witness in India. Such seclusion cannot but have its deteriorating effects upon the physical constitution of Muslim women.”

“I do feel visceral revulsion at the burka because for me it is a symbol of the oppression of women.”

“In my view, a fully covered woman has little chance of integrating in Germany.”

“German law takes precedence over sharia. The full face veil should be banned, wherever legally possible.”

“I may not be here to titillate, but I am not sorry if I have that edge. People aren't coming to the theaters to see me in a burqa.”