BJP Issues Statement 'Respects All Religions' After Nupur Sharma Comment

The BJP attempted to resolve a controversy following provocative comments reportedly made by party spokeswoman Nupur Sharma about Prophet Mohammed, stating that it respects all religions and firmly condemns insulting any religious personality. Arun Singh, the party's general secretary, stated in a statement that the organization is fiercely opposed to any philosophy that degrades or demeans any faith or religion. Muslim organizations have expressed outrage at Sharma's statements.