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Often deprivation leads villagers towards Naxalism

Bihar has many regions, which remain poor, backward reflecting the absence of a development pattern, which would take benefits to those stricken by poverty and resourceless. Perhaps, it is this, which has pushed the people towards another force that offers an alternative although in this case the cure is worse than the disease. Ironically today, Gaya where the Buddha attained Enlightenment and opened a way for all humanity to a life of peace and goodness is also a region where Naxalism has taken a hold on people's minds and lives. Those struggling with issues of sheer survival turn away from the existing system to seek justice and equity through joining hands with the Naxals.