Villagers in Kashmir told our reporters security forces are torturing them
The Indian army said the claims were "baseless and unsubstantiated"
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But the BBC was not able to verify the allegations of how they got them
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Tens of thousands of extra troops have been deployed to the region to maintain law and order, authorities say
The BBC believes some 3,000 people have been detained
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Each country controls part of the territory
The Indian-controlled side until recently had partial autonomy, but on 5 August this was revoked sparking protests
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Residents claim the army wants to intimidate them
The Indian army said it had "not manhandled any civilians as alleged"
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But many worry the current crackdown could alienate more young people, further fuelling the insurgency
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