Sharad Yadav quotes a song to explain his saanvla stand

March 16, 2015 16:13

"Why is there a song 'mera gora rang lele, shyaam rang dede', what did I say that is wrong?" asks Sharad Yadav.Under attack for sexist remarks, JD(U) leader Sharad Yadav today remained unapologetic for his comments on women's complexion, as he raked it up again saying he was ready for a debate on the issue.

"What have I said ... 'saanvli' (dark complexioned) women are more in number in India, they are more in number the world over. I am ready to debate with anyone on the struggle of (Ram Manohar) Lohia and others for them," he said in Rajya Sabha. As Yadav explained his position on the issue, he was interrupted by both treasury and opposition members including HRD Minister Smriti Irani.

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