The Intelligence from The Economist Hell no, we won’t grow: Indian farmers’ mass protests
Jan 19, 2021
Joining the discussion are Alex Trevely, India correspondent for The Economist, who sheds light on the massive protests by Indian farmers against laws threatening their livelihoods, and Greg Karlstrom, Middle East correspondent, who examines the U.S. terrorist designation of the Houthis amid a devastating humanitarian crisis. The conversation probes the determination of the farmers and the political struggles ahead, while also exploring the complex repercussions of foreign policy decisions on vulnerable populations.
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Farmers' Protest Camps
- Thousands of Indian farmers protested new farming laws by camping outside Delhi.
- These camps resemble miniature cities, complete with kitchens and prominent roles for women.
New Farming Laws
- The new laws aim to deregulate agricultural markets in India.
- They intend to replace regulated markets (Mundies) with unregulated ones and remove anti-hoarding laws.
Farmers' Concerns
- Farmers fear big businesses will exploit the new laws, reducing their profits.
- They worry about increased price volatility and bearing the brunt of the reforms' costs.