violently opposed the anti-paranja, anti-child marriage and anti-polygamy campaign which was started by the Soviet Union. Since the dissolution of the Soviet Union, Tajikistan President Emomali has claimed that veils were not part of Tajik culture. The veil was attacked by the government of Kyrgyz President Almazbek Atambayev. They are seldom worn now in Central Asia. See also Niqāb and burqa (Muslim women's garments) related regulations Types of hijab Hujum References Further reading External links For analysis of and discussion of the function of the robes, and for photos of such robes, see: Worldisround.com Powerhousemuseum.com http://www.all-about-photo.com/photographer.php?name=arkady-shaikhet&id=517&popupimage=8#top http://weheartit.com/entry/group/38110430 http://www.susanmeller.com/books/silk-and-cotton/ http://shop.hotmooncollection.com/uzbek-horsehair-face-veil/ https://www.pinterest.com/pin/101542166574656568 http://www.talesoftheveils.info/dave_potter/new_uzbeki_woman.html Islamic female clothing Robes and cloaks Uzbekistani culture Veils