Rajya Sabha Chaos as Kharge and Nadda Clash Over Manusmriti Comments

The Rajya Sabha witnessed a sharp verbal duel on Friday between Leader of the Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge and Union Minister JP Nadda. The ruckus began when Kharge invoked the Manusmriti while critiquing the government's social policies and current administrative actions. Nadda strongly objected to the reference, stating that such comments disrupt social harmony and the peace of the house. The exchange forced several brief adjournments as members from both sides engaged in sloganeering, reflecting deep ideological divides over historical scriptures and modern governance.

The heat in both Houses of Parliament has remained high over a recent police crackdown on student protesters. The Opposition has been targeting the government over its handling of demonstrations related to the NEET paper leak controversy and other institutional issues. Kharge's invocation of the ancient text was part of a broader critique of the government’s approach to caste and gender-based provisions. The Opposition continues to demand a comprehensive discussion on the failure of national testing agencies and the subsequent use of force against student bodies.

The ongoing confrontation has significantly hindered legislative business during the current session. While the government seeks to pass key bills, the Opposition remains firm on its demand for accountability regarding the recent 'CJP' protests and police actions in various states. Speaker and Chairman-led efforts to restore order have met with limited success as both the treasury and opposition benches refuse to back down. This deadlock indicates that the remainder of the session may remain focused on high-intensity political debates rather than administrative reforms.