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It was an ill-conceived "compliment" to Bangadlesh's prime minister and it sparked a Twitter war: Is India's prime minister guilty of "sexist thinking," or has he done more for Indian women than any other?

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How to spot a feminist - and start a Twitter war

This week a Twitter hashtag sparked an angry, hilarious and sometimes poignant online debate over feminism. How did this all get started? DW's social media team takes a look at #HowToSpotAFeminist. (06.05.2015)

Opinion: The changing face of India

Narendra Modi's first year in office seems to have produced more losers than winners. While the Indian PM has chalked up some success, creating a modern India seems more difficult than he imagined, says DW's Mahesh Jha. (23.05.2015)

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#PadsAgainstSexism: Karlsruhe teen launches campaign to banish taboos

In Karlsruhe, southwestern Germany, one young feminist has launched her own campaign against sexism and rape. Her unusual idea has spread through social media to inspire students in India. (14.03.2015)

Five campaigns against sexual harassment that you should know

A video of a woman who experiences more than 100 instances of sexual harassment while walking in New York City has gone viral. It's the latest online campaign against sexual harassment. Here are our top five. (31.10.2014)

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