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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
World
Shweta Sharma

Violent protests rock Indian state over controversial Muslim land law

Violent protests against a controversial Muslim land law in the Indian state of West Bengal have killed at least three people and sent hundreds fleeing their homes during deadly weekend clashes.

Angry protesters in Murshidabad district of the eastern state set fire to shopping malls and cars, hurled bombs, and attacked a Hindu home, stabbing two people on Saturday, police said. Another person who was shot during the clashes succumbed to his injuries.

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