Pakistan PM Imran Khan criticised for linking rape to how women dress
During a live television interview, he advised women to cover up to prevent temptation
Photo: REUTERS/Mohammad Ismail
Pakistan's Prime Minister Imran Khan has been deemed a "rape apologist" by human rights groups in the country after he blamed a rise in sexual assault cases on how women dress.
During a live television interview, he advised women to cover up to prevent temptation, reports the BBC.
"In any society where vulgarity is prevalent, there are consequences," Khan added.
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Hundreds of people have signed a statement demanding an apology.
Pakistan is ranked as one of the most dangerous countries in the world for women in terms of safety and equality.
Sexual abuse, so-called "honour" killings and forced marriage are common, and criminal complaints are rarely reported to police, or seriously investigated.
