NEW DELHI: India today downplayed US Ambassador Richard Verma’s remarks advocating “free speech” in universities and colleges in the backdrop of the JNU row.
“Where is the doubt that we do not have diversity on our campuses or the free thought in India is curtailed in any way. Very vigorous debate that we have seen in Parliament itself is an example of diversity of thought and opinion in India,” External Affairs Ministry Spokesperson Vikas Swarup said.
He was asked about India’s position on Verma’s recent remarks, made twice in as many days, that diversity of “thought and speech” was one of India’s great hallmarks which will “propel” it forward. (AGENCIES)
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