What was the estimated number of Sikh deaths in the anti-Sikh riots following Indira Gandhi's assassination?
2,000-4,000
4,000-6,000
6,000-8,000
8,000-17,000
Answer
The anti-Sikh riots following Indira Gandhi's assassination led to an estimated 8,000-17,000 Sikh deaths. The riots were a result of organized mobs of Congress supporters targeting the Sikh community.
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