Protest erupts in Pakistan, demanding Imran Khan to apologise over rape statement

A protest has erupted against Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, demanding a public apology from him for his statement blaming ‘vulgarity’ in society for rape and sexual violence.

Moreso, the demonstration was organised on Thursday by rights activist and civil society representatives outside the National Press Club.

The protestors criticised Khan for what they called ‘victim-blaming.’ Therefore, called for an apology for the comment he made during a question and answer session with the public when he was asked for suggesting a solution to rising child abuse cases in the country.

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The protestors were holding placards and banners inscribed with their demand for an apology and said that such statements would encourage rapists.

The protestors criticised Khan for what they called ‘victim-blaming’ and called for an apology for the comment he made during a question and answer session with the public when he was asked for suggesting a solution to rising child abuse cases in the country.

The protestors were holding placards and banners inscribed with their demand for an apology and said that such statements would encourage rapists.