more-in: The continuing peaceful protests by those who have assembled at venues across Tamil Nadu demanding the conduct of jallikattu, despite the State promulgating an ordinance to facilitate the rural sport, are being seen by observers as a sign of “trust deficit” in the current political system. Not doing so would only add fuel to the fire given the past when promises made were not kept,” he argues. Contrary to the general belief that the protests are without leadership and directionless, I would say there is a mature leadership which has remained in the background and the protests are moving from one issue to another,” he contends. Devasahayam feels that the protests are continuing only due to the “deep distrust” the protesters and students have towards the Central and State governments. Otherwise, continuing protests till the final victory “would have practical difficulties.

Source: The Hindu January 22, 2017 19:41 UTC