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India's Political Leaders Unite in Condemning Taliban's Domestic Violence Code

Indian political leaders from across the spectrum have strongly condemned the Taliban's new penal code that legalizes domestic violence against women. The 90-page code, signed by Supreme Leader Hibatullah Akhundzada, permits beating women and abolishes previous protections against violence. Politicians argue the law violates Islamic principles and basic human dignity, while also having broader diplomatic implications. Human rights organizations are urging immediate international action to stop the law's implementation.

Key Points: Indian Politicians Decry Taliban's New Penal Code on Domestic Violence

  • Taliban code permits beating women
  • Abolishes 2009 violence against women law
  • Indian politicians call it a human rights violation
  • Law imposes punishments based on social class
  • UN calls for international intervention
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Political leaders in India decry Taliban's new penal code legalising domestic violence

BJP, Congress, and JD(U) leaders condemn Taliban's new law permitting violence against women, calling it a human rights violation and religious distortion.

"The fatwa they have issued and the law they have made allows women to be beaten severely, and these lawmakers should be held accountable. - Syed Shahnawaz Hussain"

New Delhi, Feb 23

The Taliban's new domestic violence code, which permits women to be beaten as long as their bones do not break, has sparked widespread outrage in India. Critics describe it as an "assault on basic human dignity" and a chilling reminder of the dangers when power and religious edicts override basic rights. The move has been condemned as a stark violation of women's rights, an affront to justice, and a signal that oppressive policies can be formalised under the guise of law.

Speaking to IANS, BJP National Spokesperson Syed Shahnawaz Hussain reacted sharply, saying, "The Taliban are not going to refrain from such actions. They have returned to power, and an atmosphere has formed that their actions can never be right. The fatwa they have issued and the law they have made allows women to be beaten severely, and these lawmakers should be held accountable."

JD(U) Spokesperson Neeraj Kumar called the law a stark violation of democratic and human rights principles.

"Where democratic values are not protected and policies are driven by religion, injustice is inevitable. The mistreatment of women under religious pretexts is unacceptable. No religion permits disrespecting daughters, denying them education, or discriminating against them," he said.

Congress MP Imran Masood criticised the Taliban's justification for the penal code. "I cannot understand which Islamic text they referred to while framing this. According to the status of women in Islam, this is not justified," he added.

JD(U) National Spokesperson Rajeev Ranjan Prasad noted the broader diplomatic implications. "This concerns relations between countries. We support the central government's decisions and policy measures regarding such international developments."

The Taliban's 90-page code, signed by Supreme Leader Hibatullah Akhundzada, also abolishes the 2009 law on the Elimination of Violence Against Women (EVAW) and imposes punishments based on social status, allowing lighter penalties for the elite and harsher measures for lower-class individuals.

Human rights organisations, including the UN Special Rapporteur on violence against women, have called for immediate international intervention to halt the law's implementation.

- IANS

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Rohit P
While it's good to see our leaders across parties condemning this, we must also look inward. Domestic violence is a huge problem in India too. We need to strengthen our own laws and enforcement before we can credibly lecture others. Charity begins at home.
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Arjun K
The part about different punishments based on social status is chilling. It's a complete breakdown of justice. This isn't just about women's rights, it's about creating a feudal society where might is right. India must use its diplomatic channels to pressure them, but realistically, what can be done?
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Sarah B
I'm glad to see Congress MP Imran Masood clarifying that this has no basis in Islamic texts. It's important to separate the Taliban's extremist ideology from the religion they claim to represent. This is about power and control, not faith.
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Vikram M
"As long as their bones do not break" – what kind of barbaric standard is that? This is medieval thinking in the 21st century. It's a stark reminder of how quickly hard-won rights can be rolled back. We must never take our freedoms for granted.
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Kavya N
This news is deeply disturbing. In India, we have our struggles, but at least the law is on the side of the victim in theory. The Taliban are institutionalizing abuse. The international community, including India, needs to do more than just issue statements. Sanctions? Aid conditional on human rights? Something tangible.

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