[roywiggins]

Outdoor defecation is a huge problem in India. It's very much a cultural thing, though obviously access to attractive facilities is a huge problem too.

http://www.economist.com/news/asia/21607837-fixing-dreadful-...

> Evidence is growing that India must urgently correct its cultural practices, though it is sensitive to say so. Studies of India’s population show how since at least the 1960s child mortality rates have consistently been higher in Hindu families than Muslim ones—though Muslims typically are poorer, less educated and have less access to clean water

[known]

We are lobbying President Obama to direct Indian regime to create separate states for SC/ST/Dalit/Untouchable/Muslim/Sikh/Christian/Parsi/Buddhist/Jain communities as per 2nd Round Table Conference Resolution.

http://wh.gov/ii5bo