India intensifies crackdown on demonstrators accused of insulting Modi
Authorities in India have launched police investigations, removed online content and pursued legal action against participants in recent protests that targeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Authorities in India have launched police investigations, removed online content and pursued legal action against participants in recent protests that targeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Why it matters
The response shows how India balances protest rights with government efforts to protect its leaders' image.
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