The United States on Tuesday called for respect for fundamental freedoms including religious and basic human rights in Bangladesh amid attacks on minorities.
India has been expressing concerns over attacks on minorities, especially Hindus, in that country.
"We are consistent with every government with which we have a relationship. We are clear that there needs to be the respect of fundamental freedoms," State Department Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel said in response to reporters' queries.
"Governments need to respect the rule of law, they need to respect basic human rights as part of that. That's something we'll continue to emphasize," Patel said.
There needs to be respect for religious freedom and basic human rights. Any kind of protests should be and need to be peaceful, he said.
"Let me stress that even those behind the bars need to be provided adequate representation and need to be dealt with basic fundamental freedoms and human rights," Patel said to a question.
Relations between India and Bangladesh came under strain after the interim government headed by Muhammad Yunus came to power following the ouster of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in August.
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