BJP and Congress Clash over Rahul Gandhi's Comments on UK Democracy; Apology Demanded

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Rahul Gandhi, a senior Congress leader, has sparked controversy by making comments on UK democracy during his visit to the country.

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BJP leaders have criticized his remarks, stating that it reflects a lack of knowledge and respect for democracy in India and other countries.

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The Congress party defended Gandhi's statements, saying that he was speaking his mind and had the right to do so.

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The BJP has demanded an apology from Gandhi and called on the Congress party to take action against him for his remarks.

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Congress has accused BJP of trying to divert attention from important issues facing the country by targeting Rahul Gandhi.

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Gandhi had stated that the UK's democracy is more transparent and accountable than India's, which BJP leaders have called a disservice to Indian democracy.

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The controversy has once again highlighted the ongoing political rivalry between BJP and Congress in India.

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