India, March 16 -- In a sharp attack at the Congress, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the resolution brought against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla was driven by motives of self-interest and that certain individuals steeped in "dynastic mindset" want to confine democratic institutions within their own narrow spheres.

Modi made the remarks in a letter to Birla, days after the resolution moved by the Congress-led Opposition for the removal of the Lok Sabha speaker from office was defeated in the House. Expressing his deep gratitude for the letter, Birla said the prime minister has always held an unwavering faith in the rules, procedures, and traditions of India's parliamentary democracy.

Following the PM's letter, Birla too wrote ...