BJP MLA Vikram Saini, who is known for making controversial statements, has claimed that India is a country for the Hindus as it is known as 'Hindustan'.
Khatauli MLA Saini made the statement at an event held in Muzaffarnagar on Monday.
He said that some "irresponsible leaders" had allowed some Muslims to live in India.
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When asked to comment on his statement, Saini refused to reply, saying he was busy.
Last year, Saini had threatened to break the limbs of those who kill and disrespect cows, sparking a controversy.
Saini is an accused in the 2013 Muzaffarnagar riots case and was detained under the National Security Act.