Congress MLA's Remarks Linking Rape to Caste and Religion Spark Controversy in Madhya Pradesh

Madhya Pradesh Congress MLA Phool Singh Baraiya sparked controversy with remarks linking rape to caste and religious beliefs. He suggested that seeing a 'beautiful girl' can distract a man's mind, leading to sexual violence, and cited a text claiming that assaulting women from Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and OBCs brings spiritual merit. His comments drew widespread condemnation from BJP leaders and social groups, while the Congress party distanced itself, emphasizing that rape cannot be justified under any circumstances.