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BJP defends PM Modi, Amit Shah after Congress president Kharge's 'illegal' remark
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BJP defends PM Modi, Amit Shah after Congress president Kharge's 'illegal' remark

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Union minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan defended Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah after Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge called their positions 'illegal', stating that insulting the people's mandate is an old trait of Congress and reflects its arrogance and distrust in democracy.

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The exchange occurred amid ongoing political tensions between the ruling BJP and the opposition Congress, particularly following recent electoral outcomes and parliamentary debates.

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'Insulting people's mandate is an old characteristic of Congress. Whenever people reject Congress, it begins to discredit constitutional institutions and the mandate,' Union minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said.

NEW DELHI: Hitting back at Congress president Kharge for his "illegal" jibe at PM Narendra Modi and home minister Amit Shah, BJP said Saturday that it is not only an insult to the democratic wisdom of 140 crore Indians but also shows brazen disrespect for the Constitution and a reflection of the opposition's arrogance. "Insulting people's mandate is an old characteristic of Congress. Whenever people reject Congress, it begins to discredit constitutional institutions and the mandate," Union minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said. He added, "Calling the PM, who has been elected with a full majority and a record mandate 'illegal' reflects Congress' arrogance and its distrust of the democratic system. Does democracy become legitimate only when the Gandhi family or Congress is in power?"

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  • Parliamentary debates will see increased disruptions as opposition parties respond to BJP's accusations

    Likely · Within days

  • Congress may face internal pressure to reprimand Kharge for the 'illegal' remark

    Possible · Within weeks

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  • Whether Congress will issue an apology or clarification for Kharge's remarks
  • If the Election Commission will take any action regarding the 'illegal' comment
  • How this exchange will affect upcoming parliamentary sessions
  • Whether other opposition parties will distance themselves from Congress's stance

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