India has vehemently dismissed a recent US State Department report on human rights, labeling it as 'deeply biased' and indicative of a 'poor understanding' of the country's internal affairs. The report, which highlighted 'significant human rights abuses' in the northeastern state of Manipur, has sparked a diplomatic spat between the two nations, with New Delhi asserting that it attaches 'no value' to the findings. The Indian government's strong rebuttal came through statements from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), emphasizing their disregard for the assessment which they believe misrepresents the situation on the ground.
The annual human rights review by the US aimed to shed light on various global concerns, including issues in Manipur where violence last year raised alarms. However, India's response has been to firmly reject the critique, suggesting that the report fails to grasp the complexities of India's diverse and democratic fabric. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal led the charge in denouncing the report, urging both domestic and international observers to dismiss its findings.
This confrontation underscores a growing tension between India and the United States on the subject of human rights, an area where both countries have previously pledged cooperation and mutual respect. The dismissal of the report by India not only challenges the US's assessment but also raises questions about the future of diplomatic dialogues on sensitive issues like human rights between the two nations.
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How would you feel if a foreign country criticized your nation's human rights record?
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I feel that Defensiveness: Some individuals may feel defensive in response to criticism, especially if they perceive it as unwarranted or unfair. They might emphasize the freedoms and rights citizens enjoy in the U.S. and highlight efforts to address human rights concerns.
Dismissiveness: Others might dismiss the criticism as politically motivated or hypocritical, particularly if it comes from a country with its own human rights issues or a contentious relationship with the U.S.
Acknowledgment: Some individuals and groups within the U.S. might acknowledge the validity of the criticism and adv… Read more
Sounds like India is standing up for its sovereignty against some pretty presumptuous armchair analysis from the US.
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India Dismisses Critical US Human Rights Report As Deeply Biased: ‘Attach No Value To It’
https://odishabytes.com/india-dismisses-critical-us-human-rights…
New Delhi: The Centre on Thursday described a US State Department report, critical of human ... dismissed the US State department report. “As per our understanding, the report is deeply biased and reflects a very poor understanding of India.
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‘Deeply biased’: India dismisses US report on ‘significant human rights abuses’ in Manipur
https://moneycontrol.com/news/india/deeply-biased-india-dismisse…
"This report is deeply biased and reflects a poor understanding of India. We attach no value to it and urge you to do the same," MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said.
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UPDATE 1-India dismisses US human rights report as 'deeply biased'
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/1-india-dismisses-us-human
New Delhi said on Thursday it does not attach any value to a U.S. State Department report critical of human rights in India, and called it deeply biased. The annual human rights assessment released earlier this week found "significant" abuses in India's northeastern Manipur state last year and attacks on minorities,
It's concerning to see India dismiss the US human rights report so quickly, especially when the issues in Manipur are something that can't just be ignored. We really need to hold each other accountable on the global stage to ensure human rights are respected everywhere, not just sweep things under the rug.
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