The government wanted a debate on the Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Marriage) Bill, while the opposition wanted it to be sent to a Select Committee.
It is to be noted that the winter session of Parliament ends on Friday, January 5.
TMC MP Derek O Brien said, “it’s clear that this side (Opposition) wants to empower women, and you (Centre) stand exposed.”
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Smriti Irani replied: “Absolutely not, if you seriously want to empower women then have a discussion now.”