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A woman confronts police during a protest in Morigaon, Assam, against the arrest of people allegedly involved in child marriages. AFP
A woman confronts police during a protest in Morigaon, Assam, against the arrest of people allegedly involved in child marriages. AFP
Indian state's 'iron fist' attitude to child marriage divides activists
Some say recent mass arrests in Assam do more harm to women than good, while others say the action is necessary