Posts Tagged ‘maoists’

The Maoist movement in India: Destined for nowhere?

Monday, November 2, 2009 8:22 By Neo

There was a time and place when the Naxalite and Maoist movements in India had both following among the public and a set ideology that allowed their leadership to fight for a well-defined common goal. The 70’s are long gone, the 80’s have melted away and the 90’s ensured that the restless Indian youth could [...]

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Growing Indian Maoist Menace, Train Hostage Drama: Who is Responsible?

Tuesday, October 27, 2009 21:41 By Madhuri Katti

Today one of the most elite and prestigious trains of India Rajdhani Express was held hostage for almost 5 hours. Some 200 people who surrounded the train and abducted the driver were no terrorists but yet they did manage to spread word of terror. The abducted driver was later released and Central Reserve Police Force [...]

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A Cynical View of Democracy: At Whose Behest?

Monday, October 26, 2009 21:03 By Jaiyant Cavale

India is a nation that is almost a mystery for outsiders. This mystery is the result of mystification of poverty, illiteracy, superstitions, and extremely gory practices like casteism, widow burning and dowry. The country also faces the great threat of Naxals and Maoists insurgency.
Apart from these real dangers, the India nation is also plagued by [...]

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