From peaceful protests to free movement: 9 directions SC issued amid CJP stir in Delhi
The Supreme Court of India has issued directions to authorities to prevent illegal detentions and ensure the protection of civil rights during the Cockroach Janta Party protests. The court emphasized that peaceful assembly should not be restricted outside of designated prohibitory zones.
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Reinforces the judiciary's role in checking executive power and protecting the fundamental right to protest in a democracy.
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Sunday stepped into the row over restrictions imposed during the Cockroach Janta Party's (CJP) protest in Delhi, directing authorities to prevent illegal detentions, ensure normal Metro and railway operations and protect the ability of lawyers and journalists to perform their duties. The court also ordered the removal of a notice board announcing prohibitory restrictions near its premises, saying citizens and lawyers must have access to justice.A bench of Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana issued notice to the Centre on a contempt plea alleging that authorities had violated the court's October 9 directions on public transport restrictions.
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