New Delhi, August 25: Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju has sharply countered Congress leader Rahul Gandhi‘s statement on ending patriarchy made in the Lok Sabha. Rijiju accused the Congress party of targeting Hindu society in a post on the social media platform X.
In his post, Rijiju questioned, “Congress says, ‘End patriarchy.’ Why is it always Hindus who are targeted? What about minority women? What about triple talaq? Are Muslim girls not our sisters and daughters? If you truly stand with women, then support every woman, from every community, at all times.”
The minister further emphasized that Indian daughters are excelling in various fields today. They are leading in ISRO, flying fighter jets, and winning medals at the Olympics. The empowerment of women is evident through figures like ‘Lakhsapati Didi’ and ‘Drone Didi.’ He urged not to underestimate Indian daughters in an attempt to divide society.
Rijiju’s remarks came in response to Rahul Gandhi’s comments questioning the central government and social structures regarding patriarchy. Gandhi stated that there is a need to eliminate patriarchal thinking in the country to ensure equal rights for women.
During a discussion with female students at the ‘Students’ Voice’ event in Pune, Gandhi quoted a verse from Manusmriti, which describes a woman’s dependence on her father in childhood, her husband in youth, and her sons after her husband’s death. He condemned this system, asserting that women have their own identities beyond just being defined by their fathers, husbands, and sons.
In response, BJP leaders criticized Congress, claiming that the party’s agenda solely targets one community while remaining silent on the discrimination faced by women in minority societies.
Rijiju also referenced the issue of triple talaq, stating that if there is a genuine commitment to women’s empowerment, it should encompass women from all religions and communities, rather than being selective.
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