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But recent policy measures, such as the abolition of an angel tax, are expected to further strengthen investor confidence in India.

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It appears that the abolition of the de minimis exemption for the shipment of low-value goods to the U.S. has not had the debilitating effect many analysts had forecast.

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Some called for the abolition of standing charges, while others say the proposals would make the issue worse for customers.

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"We were satisfied by the abolition of the housing allowance … but, in fact, another fantastic allowance has appeared."

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Until its abolition, capital punishment in France was carried out by beheading with the guillotine, a practice dating back to the French Revolution of 1789.

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