Nitish Kumar Sparks Controversy with Remarks on Women's Education and Population Control
Bihar Chief Minister's Comments Draw Ire of Activists and Opposition
Kumar Under Fire for Linking Women's Education to Family Planning
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has sparked a controversy after making remarks linking women's education to population control. Speaking at an event on Tuesday, Kumar said that educating women is a "beginning" in controlling the state's population growth.
Kumar's comments were met with immediate backlash from activists and opposition leaders. Many accused him of making derogatory remarks and using outdated stereotypes about women's role in society. The National Commission for Women (NCW) has also taken note of the issue and issued a notice to Kumar, seeking clarification on his statements.
In the wake of the controversy, Kumar has defended his remarks, saying that he was merely highlighting the importance of education for both men and women. However, his explanation has failed to quell the growing criticism, which has put him under pressure to withdraw his comments and apologize.
The controversy over Kumar's remarks comes at a time when the issue of women's education and empowerment is gaining increasing attention in India. With the government pushing for more girls to enroll in schools and colleges, Kumar's comments are seen as a setback to these efforts.
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