BJP ad parodying INDIA bloc leaders triggers controversy
New Delhi: The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has come under criticism from the opposition for its latest political advertisement, which parodies leaders of the INDIA bloc. Opposition leaders have denounced the ad, asserting that it diminishes the role of women in society.
The advertisement features actors portraying various leaders from the Opposition alliance, including Rahul Gandhi, Lalu Prasad Yadav, Arvind Kejriwal, and Uddhav Thackeray, among others. Notably, a woman is depicted dressed as a bride, while the INDIA bloc leaders engage in a heated argument over who will be her groom, suggesting the Opposition's purported indecision over leadership.
In response, Congress spokesperson Supriya Shrinate criticized the ad, emphasizing the sanctity of marriage and condemning the portrayal of women as mere objects of matrimony. She expressed dismay over the BJP's portrayal of women's roles, stating that it reflects a regressive mindset that undermines the essence of democracy.
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Priyanka Chaturvedi echoed similar sentiments, condemning the ad as a derogatory depiction of women's roles in society. She asserted that the advertisement perpetuates stereotypical notions of women solely focused on finding a groom, rather than engaging in political decision-making.
Chaturvedi further emphasized the importance of recognizing the distinction between personal relationships and democratic participation, highlighting the need to uphold the principles of democracy and gender equality.
In an interview with India Today TV, Chaturvedi labeled the ad as unfortunate and emphasized its detrimental impact on women's empowerment and societal perceptions.
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— Supriya Shrinate (@SupriyaShrinate) March 27, 2024
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आज BJP के एक भद्दे विज्ञापन ने फिर से साफ़ कर दिया है कि उनकी रूढ़िवादी आँखों में औरत का…
"No video or content that is pushed out and is made viral through their viral networks, is a kind of unfair social media advantage they have," says Priyanka Chaturvedi, MP, Shiv Sena UBT.#5Live #BJP #Elections2024 #ViralVideo @shivaroor @priyankac19 pic.twitter.com/075j64P1Z5
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"It's another caricature for women," says Priyanka Chaturvedi, MP, Shiv Sena UBT while speaking about the viral video posted by BJP.#5Live #BJP #Elections2024 #ViralVideo @shivaroor @priyankac19 pic.twitter.com/RY03XI7sCc
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AIITA welcomes Karnataka’s ban on obscene songs in school events
Bhatkal: The Karnataka unit of the All India Ideal Teachers Association (AIITA) has welcomed the Karnataka government’s decision to strictly ban school children from dancing to obscene songs during educational and cultural programmes in government, aided, and private schools across the state.
AIITA Karnataka State President M. R. Manvi congratulated the government for taking what he termed an important step to preserve the sanctity of education.
“Such decisions to safeguard the dignity of school children and uphold the values of education are the need of the hour. This rule should not be limited to government schools alone but must be strictly implemented in all private educational institutions as well,” he said.
He further urged the government to address other concerns within school programmes.
“The government should not only prohibit obscene dances in the name of school anniversaries, but also ensure that plays and dialogues that incite religious hatred are avoided. Schools should be centres of harmony, not platforms for spreading hatred,” he added.
According to a recent circular issued by the Department of School Education and Literacy, obscene dances are adversely affecting the mental health and moral values of students.
In this regard, schools have been advised to use songs that promote nationalism, positive thinking, the greatness of Kannada culture, and value-based traditions instead of inappropriate content during programmes.
The circular also emphasises that students should be dressed in decent attire.
AIITA also backed the department’s warning that disciplinary action would be taken against head teachers if such guidelines are violated. The association has further demanded that district Deputy Directors of Public Instruction strictly monitor the implementation of these rules.
