Opposition Creates Confusion & Leaves House: Rijiju in Rajya Sabha
The Rajya Sabha, India’s upper house of parliament, is known for its heated debates and lively discussions. However, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju recently accused senior members of creating confusion and then leaving the House without listening to the replies. This incident occurred during discussions on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill.
Rijiju, who is also the Minister of State for Home Affairs, made these comments while participating in the debate on the bill. He criticized MP Kapil Sibal, a senior member of the opposition, for creating confusion by comparing the properties of Waqf bodies with those of other religious bodies.
The Waqf (Amendment) Bill aims to amend the Waqf Act, 1995, and make significant changes to the way Waqf properties are managed. The bill proposes to increase the maximum limit of the total value of Waqf properties that can be acquired by a single person, from Rs 50 lakh to Rs 1 crore.
During the debate, Sibal compared the properties of Waqf bodies with those of other religious bodies, such as temples and gurudwaras. He argued that the government was trying to undermine the autonomy of Waqf bodies and that the amendment was an attempt to give more power to the executive.
Rijiju, however, disputed Sibal’s claims, saying that the opposition was creating confusion and then leaving the House without listening to the replies. He accused Sibal of not having any facts to back up his claims and of resorting to personal attacks.
“It is unfortunate that some senior members of this House are creating confusion and then leaving without listening to the replies. They are not interested in having a constructive debate,” Rijiju said.
He further added, “The opposition is not interested in discussing the merits of the bill. They are only interested in creating confusion and then leaving the House.”
Rijiju’s remarks were seen as a veiled attack on Sibal and the opposition’s tactics. The opposition has been critical of the government’s handling of the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, saying that it is an attempt to undermine the autonomy of Waqf bodies and give more power to the executive.
The Waqf (Amendment) Bill has been a contentious issue, with many opposition parties opposing it. The bill has been criticized for its potential impact on the autonomy of Waqf bodies and its potential to give more power to the executive.
Rijiju’s comments have sparked a debate on the role of opposition in the Rajya Sabha. Many have argued that the opposition has a responsibility to engage in constructive debates and not create confusion. Others have argued that the opposition has a right to criticize the government and raise concerns.
The incident has also highlighted the need for more constructive debates in the Rajya Sabha. The House is known for its heated debates and lively discussions, but often these debates can degenerate into personal attacks and confusion. Rijiju’s comments have sparked a debate on the need for more constructive debates in the House.
In conclusion, Rijiju’s remarks on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill have sparked a debate on the role of opposition in the Rajya Sabha. While the opposition has a right to criticize the government and raise concerns, it is also important for them to engage in constructive debates and not create confusion. The incident highlights the need for more constructive debates in the House and the importance of staying back to listen to replies.
