“Finally Representation”: People React To Miss Nepal Competing In This Year’s Miss Universe

Erica reportedly responded to the critics: “It feels great to represent Pakistan.

“But I don’t understand where the backlash is coming from.

“I think it is this idea that I would be parading in a swimsuit in a room full of men.”

Prior to the competition, the beauty queen had reportedly said she hoped to “change [the] mindset that Pakistan is a backward country”.

It is interesting to note that Erica has previously revealed in her Miss Universe bio that she is among the 1% of Christians in Pakistan.

She reportedly opened up regarding backlash for being a Christian representing a predominantly Muslim country: “Despite these criticisms, I was ready to face any challenges ahead of me while maintaining my values as a young modern Pakistani woman, representing our rich culture and heritage, and showing the world that Pakistan can celebrate the success of women.”