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Senior Congress leader Shashi made a social media post mocking examinations in Uttar Pradesh. (File Image)
BJP leaders reacted to the post and slammed the Congress leader for his “condemnable remarks stereotyping” the state
Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor faced criticism for mocking competitive exams in Uttar Pradesh with a post on social media.
Tharoor’s post included a picture of an answer sheet defining Uttar Pradesh as a state where answers leak before exams.
BJP leaders condemned Tharoor’s remarks, calling them stereotypical and unacceptable.
BJP leader Rajeev Chandrashekhar criticized Tharoor’s political tactics as unbecoming.
Another BJP representative labeled Tharoor a serial offender.
Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore accused Tharoor of discrediting UP.
Rathore emphasized the importance of respecting one’s own state.