‘India is witnessing a war within itself’: Arundhati Roy

[MBI Munshi]

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Eminent writer and social activist Arundhati Roy alleged India is witnessing a war within itself since independence and is actually a poor super power.

“Since the country gained independence there have been wars against tribals, dalits and others in several parts of the country leading to violation of human rights,” she said.

“Now people are struggling for human rights more than justice,” Roy told a conference “Attack on Life, Liberty and Democratic Rights by the State”.

“Cases of police atrocities on dalits and tribals are increasing,” she said terming Indian as a “poor super power”.

“Our elite say we are a super power. Twenty five per cent of country’s total wealth is with a hundred people and they say it is development.

“Tribal land is being acquired for industrialisation and the voice of tribals is suppressed if they protest. Is it a development?” asked Roy.

“When we talk of poor nations African countries are on top. But, the fact is that eight Indian states together account for more poor people than in 26 African nations, ” she said.

“I visited Dantewara in the recent past and met local people. Thousands are forced to live in camps while many roam in forests due to atrocities by security forces.

“Those who speak against the government are dubbed as Maoist,” Roy said.

Senior Supreme Court lawyer Prashant Bhushan favoured simplification of the judicial procedure to clear pendency of cases.

He said a Commission should also be set up for hearing complaints against judges.

The conference was organized by the Rajasthan chapter of the People’s Union For Civil Liberties.

‘India is witnessing a war within itself’: Arundhati Roy Bharat Bangladesh Patriot

[TaimiKhan]

MBI, get ready for the wrath of the Indians.

[karan.1970]

MBI, get ready for the wrath of the Indians.

No TK.. No reason for that. Its a genuine article showing an area where India's growth story hasnt reached. Arundhati Roy is part of checks and balances baked into every stable democratic system. She comes up with such comments that are unpalatable and upsetting at times, but they serve well in keeping the govt on its toes.

[MBI Munshi]

I am already quaking in fear for the Indian backlash.

[r3alist]

brace yourself guys, they will come in numbers.....

[Markus]

MBI, get ready for the wrath of the Indians.

I am already quaking in fear for the Indian backlash.

brace yourself guys, they will come in numbers.....

Sorry Guys,

The Indian members are today very busy watching the CWG opening ceremony.

This thread has been opened at the wrong time.

We will come tomorrow so stay tuned.

[r3alist]

Sorry Guys,

The Indian members are today very busy watching the CWG opening ceremony.

This thread has been opened at the wrong time.

We will come tomorrow so stay tuned.

thank god for that, maybe the rest of us can have some decent discussion




with the kashmir violence and naxalites india certainly has a lot of issues, a.roy is right

this is not really an issue for pak, but kashmir is intrinsic to pakistan and the pakistani people.

[Markus]

thank god for that, maybe the rest of us can have some decent discussion

Yes, thank God and curse Kalmadi.

with the kashmir violence and naxalites india certainly has a lot of issues, a.roy is right

this is not really an issue for pak, but kashmir is intrinsic to pakistan and the pakistani people.

Stop interfering in India's internal matters.

[third eye]

Some ppl never tire of picking ' rags' ..... .

P.S . Wonder when was the last time a positive article was reproduced - never mind on India but on BD as well.

[Spring Onion]

Some ppl never tire of picking ' rags' ..... rag pickers.

you just did that by opting for such a comment on Arundhati's prospective.

[third eye]

you just did that by opting for such a comment on Arundhati's prospective.

Missed the point lady.

[Spring Onion]

Missed the point lady.

You missed the rebound.

[third eye]

You missed the rebound.

I don't argue with ladies...can't win!

[karan.1970]

thank god for that, maybe the rest of us can have some decent discussion




with the kashmir violence and naxalites india certainly has a lot of issues, a.roy is right

this is not really an issue for pak, but kashmir is intrinsic to pakistan and the pakistani people.

1. India has issues... Correct
2. This is not an issue for Pakistan.. Correct Again
3. Kashmir is intrinsic to Pakistan... Oh! you came so close to 100% correct.

66.6% correct.. You pass, but no Cigar...

[Kinetic]

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MBI, get ready for the wrath of the Indians.

Well said. MBI is from BD and paranoid about India's economy and might. Funny... He doesn't know that he is making fun of his own country!!!