India's Muslim 'Group Rights' Debate Challenges Constitutional Model
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India's Muslim 'Group Rights' Debate Challenges Constitutional Model

An interview with Indian Muslim activist Sharjeel Imam has ignited a fierce debate in India over the country's constitutional model. Imam advocates for 'group rights,' demanding special autonomy for the Muslim community, a stance that clashes with the modern Indian state's emphasis on individual rights.

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