Sikhs in France want their children to be allowed to attend school wearing a turban and they're hoping for an exemption to the ban on religious symbols in French state schools.<br /><br />Although there are no official statistics on religion, it is estimated that there are around 30,000 Sikhs in France, a relatively small number, compared to other religions in France.<br />Sikhs say their religion is not properly understood.<br /><br />They maintain that the turban is different because it is obligatory for Sikhs whereas Muslim veils and Jewish skullcaps are not obligatory for their followers.<br /><br />For More information on this news visit : http://www.newsx.com/<br />Connect with us on Social platform at : http://www.facebook.com/newsxonline<br />Subscribe to our YouTube Channel : http://www.youtube.com/newsxlive
