Posted 12/11/2023, 12:51:21 PM
Fiery Debate in Parliament Over DMK MP's Controversial Kashmir Remark
- Heated verbal duel in Rajya Sabha after controversial remark by DMK member Abdulla during discussion on J&K bills
- Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar expunged Abdulla's remarks, said freedom of speech not unqualified, reminded MPs of responsibility
- Abdulla invoked Periyar, asked govt to address issues in J&K, called Article 370 move attack on federalism
- Dhankhar said Abdulla's remarks challenge Constitution, go against SC judgement upholding Article 370 move
- Amit Shah asked if Congress supports Abdulla's assertion; Jairam Ramesh said Congress doesn't