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Supreme Court: Police Cannot Lathicharge Protesters Just Because There's an Agitation
NDTV·Monday, 27 July 2026
The Supreme Court made a strong observation that police cannot use force simply because a protest is happening. The court was hearing petitions about the July 20 incident, when students marching to Parliament in a 'Sansad Chalo' rally were reportedly met with tear gas and baton charges.
Why It Matters
This ruling touches on the fundamental right to peaceful protest, something that affects every Indian citizen. The court's words could set a boundary on how police treat demonstrators going forward.
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