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BJP MP Kangana Ranaut has sparked controversy with her recent remarks following the tragic suicide of Bengaluru techie Atul Subhash. In a statement that has divided public opinion, Kangana said, "In 99% of the marriages, the men are at fault," while commenting on the case.
The actor-turned-politician on Wednesday (December 11), expressed shock over Subhash's death and described his final video as "heart-wrenching." However, she also criticised the case as being influenced by "communism, socialism, and feminism," suggesting that the example of one wrong woman should not be used to punish other women.
“The case is infested with communism, socialism, and feminism. The extortion of crores, which was beyond his capacity, is condemnable. Nevertheless, we cannot use the example of a wrong woman to torture other women. In 99% of the marriages, the men are at fault,” the BJP MP was quoted as saying by ANI news agency.
Her comments have sparked a strong backlash on social media, with several users questioning her statement. One user wrote, "Why madam has given grace of just 1% to the men? For her almost 99% men are at fault. Never expected such kind of response from her. I used to admire her, but today I feel sorry. We need to fight our own war. There is least we can expect from the system."
Another user pointed out, “Saying the case is infested with feminism and then like a true neo-feminist, she goes on to fault men for 99% of marriages."
Some also raised concerns over her lack of evidence, questioning, "Does she have any data to prove her claim? Does she know the conviction rate in these cases? Does she know the settlement rates?"
About the case
The controversial remarks have added fuel to the ongoing debate around the misuse of family laws in India, especially Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code, which penalises cruelty against married women.
Atul Subhash, a 30-year-old engineer, was found dead in his Bengaluru home on December 9. Before his death, he left behind a 24-page suicide note and a 90-minute video accusing his estranged wife and her family of extortion, harassment, and filing false criminal charges against him. Subhash alleged that his wife demanded ₹3 crore in settlement and ₹2 lakh per month in child support, even though she was employed at Accenture. He claimed that the pressure became unbearable, eventually leading him to take his own life.
Political reactions
In response to Subhash’s death, BJP leader Jagadish Shettar called for a comprehensive investigation into the matter. "This has to be thoroughly inquired. The state government has to take this case very seriously. The culprits need to be punished. The judiciary has to take note of all this," Shettar said.
Meanwhile, BJP MP Tejasvi Surya emphasised the need for a review of family laws, particularly Section 498A, which has been a subject of debate for its potential misuse. "...I think the time has also come for us to review many of these family-related legislations and also introduce, wherever possible, an aspect of gender neutrality so as to protect both partners in a marriage," he said.
"The family is a very important institution. It is the founding block of the society. And legislations that can be misused by one partner can be a detriment to the very institution of family and will have very strong social repercussions if not addressed," Surya added.
Subhash's death has reignited the public debate on the misuse of family laws, with critics arguing that laws meant to protect women are being exploited for personal vendettas. The incident has sparked renewed calls for reforms to ensure fairness for both men and women in family-related legal matters.
The actor-turned-politician on Wednesday (December 11), expressed shock over Subhash's death and described his final video as "heart-wrenching." However, she also criticised the case as being influenced by "communism, socialism, and feminism," suggesting that the example of one wrong woman should not be used to punish other women.
“The case is infested with communism, socialism, and feminism. The extortion of crores, which was beyond his capacity, is condemnable. Nevertheless, we cannot use the example of a wrong woman to torture other women. In 99% of the marriages, the men are at fault,” the BJP MP was quoted as saying by ANI news agency.
Her comments have sparked a strong backlash on social media, with several users questioning her statement. One user wrote, "Why madam has given grace of just 1% to the men? For her almost 99% men are at fault. Never expected such kind of response from her. I used to admire her, but today I feel sorry. We need to fight our own war. There is least we can expect from the system."
Why madam has given grace of just 1% to the men. For her almost ???? % men are at fault. Never expected such kind of response from her. I used to admire her, but today I feel sorry. We need to fight our own war. There is least which we can expect from the system. ????
— Capt. G.S. Rathee (@CaptRathee) December 11, 2024
Another user pointed out, “Saying the case is infested with feminism and then like a true neo-feminist, she goes on to fault men for 99% of marriages."
Saying case is infested with feminism and then like a true neo feminist goes on to fault men for 99% marriages????????.
— Pooh (@ThodaYehThodaWo) December 11, 2024
Some also raised concerns over her lack of evidence, questioning, "Does she have any data to prove her claim? Does she know the conviction rate in these cases? Does she know the settlement rates?"
“So, 99% of time fault his of male” This is the statement, BJP MP Kangana Ranaut giving to media, while justifying the biased marital laws.
Does she has any data to prove her claim?
Does she know the conviction rate in this cases?
Doe she knows the settlement rates?
— Dr Harshad Rane (@harshadrane7) December 11, 2024
About the case
The controversial remarks have added fuel to the ongoing debate around the misuse of family laws in India, especially Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code, which penalises cruelty against married women.
Atul Subhash, a 30-year-old engineer, was found dead in his Bengaluru home on December 9. Before his death, he left behind a 24-page suicide note and a 90-minute video accusing his estranged wife and her family of extortion, harassment, and filing false criminal charges against him. Subhash alleged that his wife demanded ₹3 crore in settlement and ₹2 lakh per month in child support, even though she was employed at Accenture. He claimed that the pressure became unbearable, eventually leading him to take his own life.
Political reactions
In response to Subhash’s death, BJP leader Jagadish Shettar called for a comprehensive investigation into the matter. "This has to be thoroughly inquired. The state government has to take this case very seriously. The culprits need to be punished. The judiciary has to take note of all this," Shettar said.
Meanwhile, BJP MP Tejasvi Surya emphasised the need for a review of family laws, particularly Section 498A, which has been a subject of debate for its potential misuse. "...I think the time has also come for us to review many of these family-related legislations and also introduce, wherever possible, an aspect of gender neutrality so as to protect both partners in a marriage," he said.
"The family is a very important institution. It is the founding block of the society. And legislations that can be misused by one partner can be a detriment to the very institution of family and will have very strong social repercussions if not addressed," Surya added.
Subhash's death has reignited the public debate on the misuse of family laws, with critics arguing that laws meant to protect women are being exploited for personal vendettas. The incident has sparked renewed calls for reforms to ensure fairness for both men and women in family-related legal matters.
(Edited by : Shoma Bhattacharjee)
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