Tibetans self-immolate

08:03 pm | February 10, 2012 | Politics

Authorities in China have started massive punitive measures in Tibet in response to the locals' protest.

Tibetans protest against the tough policy of the Chinese government and often resort to desperate steps - self-immolation.

In 2011, 19 people self-immolated to protest against Chinese strict policy.

 

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