India on Monday criticized certain “unwarranted” comments made by the UN Resident Coordinator on crimes against women, including the recent case of the gang rape and murder of Hathras, saying that since the “investigative process is still under way course, any unnecessary comment from an outside agency is better. ” avoided ”. New Delhi also said that “the UN Resident Coordinator in India should be aware that the government has taken these cases very seriously.”
The MEA said: “The UN Resident Coordinator has made some unwarranted comments regarding some recent cases of violence against women. The UN Resident Coordinator in India should be aware that the government has taken these cases very seriously. Since the investigation process is still ongoing, it is best to avoid any unnecessary comments from an outside agency. The Constitution guarantees equality to all citizens of India. As a democracy, we have a proven record of delivering justice to all sectors of our society. “
According to news agency reports, a UN representative in India was quoted as saying: “The recent cases of alleged rape and murder in Hathras and Balarampur are another reminder that despite the impressive progress made in various social indicators, the women and girls from disadvantaged social groups face additional vulnerabilities and are at increased risk of gender-based violence. We support the Prime Minister’s call for strict action against the guilty. Ingrained social norms and the behavior of men and boys that lead to gender-based violence must be addressed. “
The UN representative was also quoted as saying: “The UN is committed to providing continued support to the government and civil society to address violence against women. As we fight the challenge of COVID-19 with the determination to rebuild a better India, building respectful relationships without gender bias and prejudice is a top priority, ”he added. UN Women Deputy Country Representative and Officer-in-Charge Nishtha Satyam was quoted as saying: “We wholeheartedly endorse and support the statement given by our Resident Coordinator on the brutal rape and murder of two girls in Hathras and Balrampur. We unequivocally condemn the atrocious act and demand that those responsible be brought to the books, that justice be accelerated and the safety of the victims’ families be guaranteed ”.
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