An electoral candidate who won a place on a city council in Iran has reportedly been barred from taking up the seat because she is too attractive.
.... She was named as an “alternate member of the Council” – in effect, the first reserve. But when one of those ranked above her was selected as mayor and gave up his seat, Ms Moradi was disqualified and prevented from filling the vacancy.
A senior official in Qazvin was quoted in the Times to have explained the decision by saying: “We don’t want a catwalk model on the council.” [The Independent] Read more
