One can’t be externed merely for taking part in agitations and protests against govt: Bombay HC
The Bombay High Court has quashed an externment order against a political leader, ruling that peaceful protests and slogans against the government do not constitute valid grounds for such measures. The court emphasized that citizens have a fundamental right to dissent and express opposition to government decisions.
Why it matters
This ruling reinforces the protection of civil liberties and freedom of speech against potential misuse of police powers to silence political opposition.
Externment orders cannot be passed merely because a person is involved in agitations and protests against the government, the Bombay High Court has said while quashing a year-long externment order against a local political leader.
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