CJP’s proposed march on Sep 5 an attempt to create lawlessness before Brics: PIL in SC
The Supreme Court of India has declined to issue interim orders against a proposed protest march by the Cockroach Janata Party ahead of the BRICS summit. The court stated that law and order issues are the responsibility of law enforcement agencies.
Why it matters
The ruling clarifies the judiciary's stance on balancing the right to protest with national security concerns during high-profile international events.
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Monday refused to pass any interim orders on two PILs, including one by a retired police officer, seeking deferment of Cockroach Janata Party ‘s proposed march on Sep 5 by alleging that it is intended to create lawlessness ahead of Sep 12-13 BRICS summit in Delhi to deter participation of world leaders.When the petitioners questioned how such a march from the India Gate to the Police Headquarters can take place without permission, A bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant, and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana said there are two issues – one relates to law and order and the other to policy relating to permission to protest marches.“Let the stakeholders talk to them. As of now we have no reason to doubt that everyone would act and behave in a very responsible manner and in a peaceful and lawful manner.
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