NEET protest: Merely because there is agitation, there cannot be lathicharge; says SC
The Supreme Court will establish nationwide guidelines for peaceful protests.
It will examine allegations of police excesses and protester violence.
The court aims to protect the right to peaceful protest while addressing violence.
It will also consider the safety and rights of police personnel.
This initiative seeks to ensure uniform handling of agitations across India.
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- Agreement being breached, CJP tells govt, threatens to resume protest Hindustan Times —
- Supreme Court orders all states to release protesting students under 18, those with no criminal records Hindustan Times —
- Supreme Court for independent probe into police 'excesses' on NEET protesters; orders release of minor students with no criminal record Deccan Herald —
- Modi faces challenge from activists over AI surveillance at India youth protest The Japan Times —