Mayawati asks Election Commission to curb rising misuse of religion in politics during polls
The Hindu
Mayawati’s remarks came a day after U.P. CM Yogi Adityanath said the Assembly polls will be an “80% versus 20%” one, alluding to the roughly 20% Muslim population
(BSP) chief on Sunday expressed concern over the "increasing" use of religion in politics during elections and said the Election Commission must curb this “worrying” trend.
Her remarks came a day after Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said the Assembly Elections in the State will be an “80% versus 20%” one, alluding to the roughly 20% Muslim population.

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