d protests against the law, which gives the armed forces sweeping powers to conduct raids, warrantless searches and open fire, with broad protection from prosecution.
"The use of armed forces in aid of the civil power is necessary," the government said, justifying the extension of the Armed Forces Special Powers Act . Another eight people were killed by the troops when they were confronted by an angry crowd. A soldier was killed and a military vehicle was set alight.
"India is the biggest democratic country in the world. This is a draconian law. So it should be removed from our country," Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio told reporters after the killings.
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