03 Februar 2022

‘An assault on the constitution’

India's complex interlocking of securitization and freedom of expression poses a serious challenge to democratic ideals of free speech. Today, we witness increased targeting of journalists and activists across the country. In particular, conflict-ridden regions have presented a more serious situation where journalists face accusations of conspiring with the enemies of the state. The growing practice of muzzling the press and forums of public debate has created a culture of fear among the civil society, which directly affects the quality of democracy and free speech. Continue reading >>
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11 Juni 2021

What do I know about Kashmir?

On fear, complacency, and wild, remote regions Continue reading >>
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13 Januar 2020

Kashmir: A Prologue to a Farce or a Tragedy

On 10 January 2020, the Indian Supreme Court delivered its verdict on the ongoing internet shutdown in Kashmir. While the Court did reprimand the government to some extent, at the time of this writing Kashmir is still cut off from the internet. Anyone who had banked on the Supreme Court to make good on the promise of fundamental rights will be disheartened. Continue reading >>
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08 August 2019

Of Constitutional Subterfuge and the ‘Integration’ of Kashmir

In what was nothing short of a Constitutional heist, the Indian government has effectively extended the entirety of the Indian Constitution to the state of Kashmir. Continue reading >>
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