Kerala Leaders Defend Cleric After Women‑Rights Row

A cleric in Kerala made remarks about women that were widely criticized for being misogynistic. The comments triggered a swift response from opposition parties, who demanded the preacher be removed from his position. In contrast, leaders of the ruling party in Kerala have publicly defended the cleric, citing his right to free speech and his long-standing service to the community. The incident has reignited debates over the role of religious leaders in public discourse and the limits of free expression in India.