India Farmers Block Highways, Protesting New Agriculture Laws

Farmers in India blocked highways to protest new agriculture laws, which they claim hinder their profits. Prime Minister Modi argues the laws are essential for modernizing farming. Despite months of protests and several meetings between farmers and the government, no resolution has been reached. The protests remain peaceful, and the agriculture minister continues to defend the laws.

What are the farmers in India demanding from the government?

What does Prime Minister Narendra Modi say about the new agriculture laws?

How long have the farmers been protesting?

What was reported about the protests that took place on Saturday?

What was the outcome of the meetings between farmers' representatives and the government?