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Mob lynching; Security
Article:
The recent instances of mob lynching in Tamil Nadu highlights the importance of understanding the underlying mob psychology and take effective measures to avoid such instances
Analysis:
Measures to be taken:
- Strong response from police- Police should spread the news of action taken against the guilty
- The local administration should deal with the anxiety and suspicion in local communities
- Regulation of the social media to check spread of unverified information
- Counter-information campaigns should be publicly broadcasted.
- Confidence in the police should be fostered so that locals could approach to verify information and seek protection if required