Modi's Repeal of Farm Laws Isn't Enough, Say Indian Farmers

Author(s): Naila Khan, Uzair Usman

In: The Diplomat, 2021

The authors explain the significance for Sikhs of the date (19 November) of Modi's surprise announcement, summarize the laws to be repealed, and interview a number of protesters who express their distrust and require proof the laws will no longer apply.

See also: BBC, 'Farm Laws: India's PM Narendra Modi Repeals Controversial Reforms', 19 November, 2021

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-59342627

Report on Modi's announcement and the laws to be repealed, and on farmers' reactions. Notes celebrations in Punjab and Haryana, but also the refusal to end protest camps until formal repeal by parliament. The report is followed by an analysis by the BBC's India Correspondent.

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https://thediplomat.com/2021/11/modis-repeal-of-farm-laws-isnt-enough-say-indian-farmers/

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