Irom Sharmila and the Manipur malaise: We impose unreasonable ideals on our women leaders – Firstpost


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Irom Sharmila and the Manipur malaise: We impose unreasonable ideals on our women leaders
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On 9 August Irom Sharmila ended her 16-year fast against the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA). And at once, the conversation around her changed in Manipur. From being revered as a shining icon of unbending will, the 44-year-old activist was …
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Firstpost

Irom Sharmila and the Manipur malaise: We impose unreasonable ideals on our women leaders
Firstpost
On 9 August Irom Sharmila ended her 16-year fast against the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA). And at once, the conversation around her changed in Manipur. From being revered as a shining icon of unbending will, the 44-year-old activist was …
As Support for Sharmila Builds Again, Manipur Debates How to Hold Fast to the CauseThe Wire
Fasting hasn't lost potency, Manipur let down by its fringe statusHindustan Times
Manipur: Another activist announces hunger strikethenortheasttoday.com
India Live Today –NorthEast Today –Deccan Herald
all 45 news articles »

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