There have been a lot of discussions on this net (and in Assam) regarding the problems that Assam faces. One of the things that struck me was Santanu's query about Bangladeshi immigrants. I am not sure where exactly he stands on that issue, but the thought occurred to me that maybe we all do not agree on what the problems are. We also seem to have some difficulty in identifying the problems.
For example, the influx problem. Some think it is a huge problem, while others don't. Also, we have problems even if we agree that 'influx' is a problem ie. in identifying who exactly are the illegals in Assam.
So, I thought it might be of some use if we could come up with some sort of survey that would tell us what most of us think Assam's problems are. It is not exhaustive, and I am just giving a few here (as a sample). Maybe some questions are too sensitive and could be cast away. Others are just too broad - but at least it may give us some direction and tell us if we are all on the same page on most issues.
Once we can identify the major issues, then we can discuss a more meaningful manner.
Sample Survey (Answer Yes/No/Maybe) Identifying Problems for Assam
1. Is illegal immigration?
2. Is the GOA a problem for Assam?
3. Is the GOI a problem for Assam?
4. Lack of reforms in Assam?
5. Lack of reforms in India as a whole?
6. Are bandhs a problem for Assam?
7. Is the ULFA (or other insurgent groups) a problem for Assam?
8. Are attitudes of Assamese intelligentia a problem?
9. Being a part of India a problem for Assam?
10. This attitude of some Assamese to separate from India a problem for Assam?
11. Is losing the Assamese identity a problem for Assam
12. Is the Assamese work culture a problem for Assam?
13. Not getting due recognition from others in India a problem for Assam?
14. Not enough large industries or quality educational institutions in Assam a problem?
Feel free to add/delete :
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