Irom Sharmila: the “Iron Lady”
Over time, Irom Sharmila became an icon for me - an icon of perseverance and an icon of public resistance.
Tag - civic rights
Right to Information in India
A huge part of the population in India are still unaware of their right to information or don't know how to deal with procedures.
Should Freedom of Expression be Absolute?
A self-imposed restriction on the manner of expression while being respectful of other pluralistic sensibilities is a necessity.
The Dictatorial Grasp on the Truth?
The battle for the control of the truth is raging. Based loosely on George Orwell, Ministries for Truth are sprouting up everywhere. Is caution called for?
As rights go by
Yesterday, I attended the exhibition "As Rights Go By - On the Erosion and Denial of Rights”. It featured (video) installations, books, quotes and board games. Initially the great wall comic "The Magnificent 7" attracted my full attention: [gallery columns="5"…