New Delhi, Feb. 12 -- Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's statement during the reply on the Union Budget in the Rajya Sabha on Thursday has drawn reactions from various political leaders, who commended her thorough explanation.

Speaking to ANI, Union Minister Ramdas Athawale lauded the Finance Minister's response, stating that she answered all the questions from the Opposition. He further criticised the Opposition MPs for creating a nuisance in the house.

"The Finance Minister has given a very good response. Point by point, she has answered all the questions raised by the Opposition. Creating a ruckus is the opposition's job, and development is our job," the Union Minister said.

This comes after Rajya Sabha MP Jaya Bachchan int...