What is meant by Naxalism?

Naxalite, general designation given to several Maoist-oriented and militant insurgent and separatist groups that have operated intermittently in India since the mid-1960s. More broadly, the term—often given as Naxalism or the Naxal movement—has been applied to the communist insurgency itself.

What are Naxals fighting for?

The Naxalites have frequently targeted tribal, police and government workers in what they say is a fight for improved land rights and more jobs for neglected agricultural laborer and the poor.

Who are the Urban Naxals?

The phrase of Urban Naxals is loosely attributed to the people with naxalite bent of mind residing in urban areas and working as activists, supporters and protectors of the ideology while the active Naxals battle it out in the jungles and vast swathes of Maoist-dominated areas.

Is Naxalism a sign of poor governance?

Naxalism is a sign of poor governance. It is not a coincidence that Naxalism is more dominant in the under-developed areas and has greater influence among those who have faced repercussions due to the faulty socio-economic and political policies of governments.

What is the main focus of Maoist urban work?

It adds that the main focus of the Maoists’ urban work is to organise the masses, including the working class, students, middle class employees, intellectuals, women, dalits and religious minorities. It explains on the need to create front organisations for extending the reach of the organisation.

Did Angela and Jyotirao explain Naxal ideology to Pune residents?

Pune-resident Chandaliya, founder of Kabir Kala Manch, who attended the camp, said in his statement, “Sadhana (Angela) and Jyotirao (Milind) had come to the camp. They explained naxal ideology to us. They showed us a video named ‘Blazing Trail’ on attacks on police and paramilitary forces.”