India, Dec. 29 -- India on Monday strongly rejected Pakistan's comments on alleged incidents of vandalism during Christmas in the country, asserting that Islamabad has an "abysmal record" when it comes to the treatment of religious minorities.

Responding to media queries, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said New Delhi outright rejects remarks from a country whose own conduct on minority rights "speaks for itself".

Earlier in the day, Pakistan had expressed concern over reported incidents of vandalism during Christmas in India and alleged violence against Muslims.

India's response comes amid growing international scrutiny of Pakistan's own human rights record.

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