Rijiju takes on opposition for claims of 'suppression of minorities'

Credit: IndiaTimes- Published on December 14, 2024
During a Lok Sabha debate, Kiren Rijiju, India's minority affairs minister, countered opposition claims of minority suppression. He highlighted India's historical record of equal voting rights, compared it favorably to other nations, and cautioned against statements that tarnish the country's image.

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Kiren Rijiju

Indian politician (born 1971)
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