The ruling RJD in Bihar is facing backlash over comments made by a top leader, Abdul Bari Siddiqui, who said the Women’s Reservation Bill would only benefit those wearing ‘lipstick’ and sporting a ‘bob cut’ hairstyle. Siddiqui’s remarks have triggered outrage, particularly from the BJP, the opposition party in the state. The JD(U), the RJD’s ally, also distanced itself from the controversial comments.