India
Pappu Yadav’s remarks on women in politics ‘damaging to their dignity’: Bihar commission demands explanation
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The Bihar State Women's Commission has issued a notice to Purnea MP, seeking an explanation over allegedly derogatory remarks made about women in politics. The commission claims the MP made objectionable comments, stating that women in politics "come only after sharing beds with some leaders", which it says hurts the self-respect and social dignity of women.