BIHAR-First Stirrings and Repression-A Report from Palamau

October 19, 1985 BIHAR First Stirrings and Repression A Report from Palamau Bharat Dogra PALAMAU block has become synonymous with severe forms of exploitation, including the extensively spread system of bonded labour. This recognition has led to various expressions of concern by several officials and ministers, and also the sanctioning of various studies, reports, projects, etc, on bonded labour and other aspects of exploita- tion. With all this happening, to what extent are the conditions becoming more conducive for the weaker sections to assert their rights?