Ranchi, April 14 -- Jharkhand Minister Hafizul Hassan on Monday clarified his controversial remark about "Shariat first, then Constitution," saying it was a misinterpretation and out of context.

Speaking to the media, Hassan explained, "I did not say 'main' (I), I said 'hum' (we). Watch the full statement. I am a minister; 'hum' includes everyone. A minister believes in the Constitution and functions in accordance."

Hassan defended himself, stating that Shariat, like other faiths, holds a place in people's hearts, but it does not supersede the Constitution.

"Shariat too has its own place. People keep Lord Hanuman in their heart...it's a way of saying. I said something similar. Everyone is distorting it and presenting it. You will find ...