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Protests Erupt in India Against Citizenship Law Excluding Muslims

Mass protests in India show a public resistance to Prime Minister Modi and his party’s vision for a Hindu nation over a long-held secularism that treats all religions equally.

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Fear and Confusion Grips India’s Northeast as 1.9 Million People Face Statelessness
Fear and Confusion Grips India’s Northeast as 1.9 Million People Face Statelessness

The Indian government is building detention camps for those left off the citizenship list, many of whom have lived in India for generations, fueled by suspicions of Bengali Muslims migrating illegally.

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Modi's bill to grant citizenship to undocumented Hindus causes stir in India
Modi's bill to grant citizenship to undocumented Hindus causes stir in India

India’s ruling party is pushing for a controversial immigration bill to pass ahead of the general election that excludes Muslim migrants.

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