BJP spokesperson Nupur Sharma’s remarks against Prophet Mohammad have put the Modi government to shame on the global front. The voices of protest raised from Qatar have reached 12 countries. Apart from Qatar, countries that have raised objections include Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Jordan, Libya, Oman, UAE, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Bahrain, Maldives and Indonesia.
However, India on Monday rejected the comments of the Organization of Islamic Countries (IOC) as “narrow-minded, motivated, confused and mischievous”. The government, while giving a scathing jibe to Pakistan, said that the remarks made by one country about the treatment of minorities in another country, which are constantly violating the rights of minorities, are not acceptable to anyone. But the voice raised from Qatar is spreading all over the world.
The OIC had criticized India for its remarks against Prophet Muhammad and urged the United Nations to ensure the protection of the rights of Muslims. While Pakistan’s PM Shahbaz Sharif condemned the remarks of BJP leaders on Sunday. Pakistan on Monday also summoned the in-charge of the Indian High Commission to register its protest against the controversial remarks.
Qatar, Kuwait and Iran have also protested by summoning Indian ambassadors. While Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Afghanistan have condemned the statement. Bahrain welcomed the action of BJP. Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Ministry issued a statement condemning the remarks of the BJP spokesperson, saying they insulted Prophet Mohammed.
The BJP on Sunday suspended its national spokesperson Nupur Sharma from the party for controversial statements. The party leadership also took the decision to expel Naveen Jindal from the BJP. But the government is getting embarrassed in the ruckus that seems to be happening due to the controversial remarks of both the leaders. The loss to the BJP was already anticipated. Then the party shrugged off the statements of both the leaders and said that it respects all religions. He is committed to respect for the revered people of every religion.