The recent sexist remark made by Congress MLA Shamanur Shivashankarappa against BJP woman candidate Gayathri Siddeshwara has stirred controversy, drawing criticism from various quarters. Renowned badminton player Saina Nehwal condemned the misogynistic comment, expressing her disappointment and emphasizing the need to respect women's empowerment.
Shivashankarappa's remark, suggesting that Siddeshwara was only suitable for cooking, prompted Nehwal to denounce such regressive attitudes towards women. She highlighted the contradiction between such remarks and the principles of women's empowerment espoused by political parties.
Nehwal emphasized the importance of recognizing and celebrating the achievements of women in diverse fields, questioning why some individuals resort to demeaning comments when women aspire to excel. She underscored the need to uphold the dignity of women and called for an end to such derogatory remarks.
In response to the controversy, Gayathri Siddeshwara expressed her dismay at being subjected to such demeaning comments, asserting that women should not be confined to traditional roles. She criticized Shivashankarappa's remarks as insulting to all women and called attention to the broader issue of gender equality and respect for women's contributions.
The incident underscores the ongoing struggle to combat gender discrimination and highlights the importance of fostering an environment of gender equality and respect for women in society and politics.
