The Intelligence from The Economist Delhi melee: India’s citizenship protests
Feb 27, 2020
Max Rodenbeck, The Economist's South Asia bureau chief, shares insights on the violent unrest in Delhi, ignited by protests against the Citizenship Amendment Act. He discusses the conflict between India's secular roots and the rise of Hindu nationalism. Sasha Nauta, public policy editor, delves into the complexities of free speech in both society and workplaces, exploring how technology shapes public dissent and employee expression. They also examine parallels with past riots and the profound implications for India's future.
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Delhi Riots
- Protests against the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) in India, especially in Delhi, turned violent.
- Over 30 people died in the worst riots Delhi has seen in decades.
Citizenship Amendment Act
- The CAA offers a path to citizenship for migrants of various faiths, excluding Muslims.
- This is seen as another move by PM Modi's BJP to further a Hindu nationalist agenda.
Initial Protests
- Primarily Muslim women have held sit-in protests in Delhi since mid-December.
- Universities have also been striking, initially with some violence but later adopting peaceful tactics.