This Is Not an Isolated Incident: The Politics of “Explaining Away” Crime vs the Rule of Law
Summary
- The statement made by Madhya Pradesh Congress MLA Phool Singh Baraiya on rape, women, caste, and religion is not an isolated or accidental lapse.
- It is part of a long-standing political and ideological pattern in which crime is “explained,” diluted, or rationalised by shifting responsibility away from the individual offender and onto society, circumstances, caste, or faith.
- This mindset has historically emboldened criminals, anti-social elements, extremists, and even terrorist networks.
- In contrast, the Modi–Yogi era represents a decisive shift toward the rule of law, citizen safety, and national security, where identity does not matter — crime does.
Congress’s Pattern of Thought and Decisive Clarity of the Modi–Yogi Model
1. Phool Singh Baraiya’s Statement: Not a Slip of the Tongue, but a Mirror of Mindset
- Linking rape to “momentary distraction” of men
- Commenting on women’s beauty to normalise sexual crime
- Dragging caste and religious beliefs into criminal behaviour
- Making the audacious claim that rape is viewed as “punya” (virtue) in some belief systems
These statements trivialise heinous crimes, promote victim-blaming, and blur the personal responsibility of the offender.
2. The Dangerous Tendency to Normalise Crime
- Using terms like “emotional impulse,” “provocation,” or “circumstances”
- Presenting criminal acts as human weakness rather than deliberate crime
- Undermining the dignity, rights, and justice of victims
Impact:
- Criminals receive moral cover
- Victims lose faith in the justice system
3. The Double Crime of Linking Caste and Society to Criminal Acts
- Dragging SC/ST and backward communities into crime narratives
- Insulting women and stigmatising entire social groups
- Violating constitutional principles of equality and dignity
4. The Pattern of Targeting Religion and Faith
- Linking religious or ancient texts to criminal behaviour
- Attacking social harmony and freedom of belief
- Shifting blame from the offender to faith and culture
This is not insensitivity alone— it is ideological failure.
5. “This Is Not the Only Case”: A History of Controversial Congress Statements
- Linking women’s clothing or freedom to crime
- Calling rape “youthful mistakes” or “social pressure”
- Framing crime through caste-based sympathy or accusation
- Repeated attacks on culture and tradition
The recurring strategy:
- Statement → outrage → token distancing → no real accountability
This reveals a party culture problem, not just individual misconduct.
6. The Congress Era: Sympathy for Offenders, Justice Deferred
Crimes Against Women
- Vague condemnations and slow investigations
- Cases dragging on for years
- Political interference and vote-bank politics weakening enforcement
Terrorism and Extremism
- Soft language such as “misguided youth”
- Hesitation in decisive action
- Electoral arithmetic placed above national security
Outcome:
- Criminals, extremists, and anti-social elements gained confidence
A message emerged: political protection can delay or dilute punishment
7. Compromising Justice for Political Convenience
- Electoral calculations dominating sensitive cases
- Investigative agencies constrained
- Repeated crimes — whether sexual violence or anti-national activities
8. The Modi–Yogi Era: A Clear Shift in Priorities
- Crime, not identity, is decisive
- Citizen safety over political cost
- Justice for victims, not sympathy for offenders
Women’s Safety
- Faster investigations and arrests
- Fast-track courts
- Strict, law-based punishment
Terrorism and Extremism
- Defined clearly as anti-national crimes
- Crackdowns on networks and funding channels
- Firm stance on global platforms
- Security agencies empowered to work without political fear
9. The Uttar Pradesh Model: Fear of Law, Trust of Citizens
- Strict and Uniform action against organised crime, extremism, and anti-national activities
Outcomes:
- Fear among criminals
- Greater public confidence
- Restoration of rule of law
This action is not against any community — it is against crime itself.
10. Why the Old Ecosystem Is in Panic
- Rhetoric no longer provides protection
- Selective sympathy no longer works
- Victim-card politics has lost credibility
When everyone is judged by the same legal standard, noise increases — but their credibility collapses.
11. Systems Matter More Than Statements
- Phool Singh Baraiya’s statement reflects an outdated political culture
- Today, the rule of law stands at the centre
- Citizen safety and national integrity are non-negotiable
- Politics no longer overrides justice
This is the difference the country is witnessing — and this is the hallmark of a responsible democracy.
🇮🇳Jai Bharat, Vandematram 🇮🇳
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