Posted 12/19/2023, 4:31:00 PM
Over 140 Indian Opposition MPs Suspended for Record Protest of Security Breach Before Election
- Over 140 Indian opposition MPs suspended, the largest number in history, for protesting a security breach
- MPs accused government of attacking democracy and creating "anarchy"
- Most suspended until winter session ends Friday; some face committee review
- Opposition forming coalition to challenge ruling BJP party in upcoming election
- Government accused of undermining parliamentary democracy to push through laws without dissent