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The Black Lives Matter movement and Floyd’s death has prompted dialogue around the world regarding police discrimination and racism in their own communities — and it is a conversation that Indians cannot hold themselves exempt from anymore. India’s love for light skin is also no secret — our movies, magazines and every other form of media echoes a westernised concept of beauty. Why do Indians hate their own color?

Colonialism has caused us to associate fair skin with power, desirability and success, and embrace the contempt for our natural brown skin. Find out why this movement is important for Indians and how can we contribute.