Best of BS Opinion: A lighter touch makes things easier all around

From the sight of chained and cuffed Indians to electoral campaign, to the regulatory space, our articles today argue that a light touch, firmly enforced, can go a long way

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Enforcing the law may be a good thing, but it is equally true that sometimes a light touch is more effective and salutary than the boot. Most of our articles today look at different issues and argue that  enforcement of rules, done lightly, may be more effective.  

The symbolism of over 100 Indian immigrants to the US returning chained and handcuffed was not lost on anyone who has followed US President Donald Trump’s rhetoric on illegal aliens. Our lead editorial insists that India object to such treatment of its