We should respect others' right to not speak up: Swanand Kirkire

As the debate on amended Citizenship Act continues, a few from the film industry have spoken up against the contentious law while some have kept mum, something which lyricist Swanand Kirkire says needs to be equally respected.

The 48-year-old multihyphenate artiste has actively voiced his support for the anti- CAA protests and also joined rallies against the violence in Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU).

"It depends on each individual whether they want to speak up or remain quiet. While I cannot take responsibility for anyone, I do believe as much as a person has the right to speak they have an equal right to remain quiet," Kirkire told PTI in an interview.

"We should also respect their right to not speak up."
"My personal stand is that India is a country of syncretic culture and we all should live in harmony."