What did Nitish Kumar say?
Bihar Chief Minister (CM) Nitish Kumar recently made comments about a female MLA that have caused a lot of controversy. During some protests, Kumar said to an RJD MLA, "You are a woman. You don't know anything?"
This has upset many people, including other leaders.
Tejashwi Yadav, RJD leader, said that Kumar has a habit of making such rude remarks. Yadav also mentioned that previously the CM made comments about how other women looked!
Politicians’ derogatory remarks towards women.
Nitish Kumar’s recent comment wasn’t the only time a politician has said something hurtful about women.
For example, a former CM of Goa once told nurses protesting in the sun that they might get a dark complexion and hence have trouble getting married.
Another leader said Priyanka Gandhi Vadra wasn’t as pretty as other campaigners.
These comments show a pattern of disrespect towards women in politics.
Making such comments is harmful!
Politicians have a big role in shaping public opinions, so their words are important. When they make negative comments about women, it hurts women’s achievements and progress towards equality.
Leaders should promote respect, no matter their gender. We should also be kind and make sure everyone is treated fairly.