The Hypocrisy of Modern Feminism: Why Justice Shouldn't Depend on a Woman’s Dress or Beliefs

Although feminist societies speak of justice and values, are they truly impartial in practice? Or do their positions often reflect biases toward certain individuals, groups, or ideologies? This question becomes even more pressing when we observe two women subjected to the same form of injustice, yet the feminist response is completely different.

Consider, for example, a television presenter who interprets Islamic principles in her own way and dresses in a revealing manner—in short, lives a lifestyle that disregards traditional modesty. If she is harassed by someone, a storm erupts on social media, human rights organizations rally in her support, and the media covers the incident extensively. She is hailed as a symbol of women’s freedom. Yet when a modest, hijab-wearing teacher experiences the same kind of harassment, a mysterious silence descends upon feminist circles. There is no outcry, no display of empathy. It’s as if she doesn’t qualify as a “real woman” simply because of her faith and attire.

This disparity is not an isolated incident but rather a reflection of a deeply entrenched bias in our society. Feminists often claim that a woman’s clothing is her “personal freedom,” but in reality, can everyone truly exercise that freedom? A woman who wears revealing clothes is praised as bold and progressive, but a woman who dresses modestly is often mocked as backward or orthodox. So, does the concept of freedom only support one particular expression?

True feminism should stand for the dignity, safety, and rights of all women—whether modestly dressed or not. But today’s feminism has increasingly become one-sided and opportunistic. If the victim falls outside their preferred ideological mold, their voices fall silent. Feminism, then, becomes a ritual observed in selective silence. This raises a serious question: is feminism really protecting women’s rights, or merely representing a certain class-based ideology?

Such a mindset is weakening the moral foundation of our society. When protest against injustice depends on a person’s identity or clothing, it can never be called true justice. Rather, it destroys the essence of humanity. Biased activism and hypocritical silence together create a toxic culture—where justice becomes a privilege reserved for those approved by feminists.

We want a society where respect and justice for women are not contingent upon feminist ideals or predefined ideological boundaries. Just as harassment against a non-modest presenter must be protested, injustice toward a modest teacher should be met with equal outrage. Justice is universal—it is not anyone’s exclusive right.

Now is the time for self-reflection and reevaluation of our collective mindset. We must stand up for the security and dignity of all types of women and raise our voices against ongoing social discrimination and double standards. True change will come only when the voice for justice becomes impartial. Otherwise, history will once again prove—any society that remains silent in the face of injustice is destined to fall.