Aarakshan (film)
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Artist: Prakash Jha
Year: 2011
Date of Action: August 2011
Region: Asia
Location: India
Subject: Political/Economic/Social Opinion
Medium: Film Video
Confronting Bodies: Indian government
Description of Artwork: The film discussed Indian affirmative action of Dalits, member of India's lower castes, most of whom used to be considered "untouchables."
The Incident: The film was set to be released in India on August 12, 2011. Critics claimed it portrayed Dalits, who are often the recipients of affirmative action in India, in a negative light.
Results of Incident: The film was band in the Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Andhra Pradesh regions of India.
Source:
• http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-south-asia-14501491
