Explained: Why internet shutdowns are a violation of human rights | NL Cheatsheet

India has the dubious reputation of shutting down the internet more times than any other country in the world. State and central #government kill the internet to stifle dissent and prevent #protests from “inconveniencing” the powers that be. But #internetshutdowns also take away basic rights from citizens, lead to loss of life, and reduce standards of living.

In this video, Meghnad S explains the far-reaching implications of internet shutdowns in India, and why we should take this issue seriously.

Research by Salil Ahuja.

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