Indian Politics

Rahul Gandhi Labels Education Minister Pralhad Joshi 'Defender of Rapists'

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THE BRIEF
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Rahul Gandhi launched a sharp attack on newly appointed Education Minister Pralhad Joshi, calling him the 'most filthy man' and a 'defender of rapists' in the Lok Sabha.

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The accusation stems from the Bilkis Bano case, with Gandhi questioning the government's moral standing in appointing Joshi to a key cabinet position.

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Pralhad Joshi has formally lodged a complaint with the Lok Sabha Speaker, demanding that Gandhi provide evidence or face disciplinary action for his inflammatory remarks.