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The revised textbooks in Syria faced a wave of criticism; Criticisms that focus on the changing images and the way in which the women and the cultural heritage of this country are presented.
Media and activists said some images were altered to show women wearing headscarves and long dresses, while images of artworks, including the Mona Lisa, were removed.
The reported changes have raised questions about how women are represented in the curriculum, reflecting Syria's cultural diversity, and how to preserve the country's historical and artistic heritage.
Syria's Ministry of Education announced that the purpose of these amendments is to remove the symbols associated with the ousted government of Bashar al-Assad and to reflect the diversity of Syrian society.
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