Supreme Court advises police restraint during student protests

The Supreme Court of India recently addressed petitions concerning student protests, including demonstrations held at Jantar Mantar regarding the NEET examination. During the proceedings, the bench emphasized that authorities should exercise restraint and attempt to understand the grievances of the protesters rather than relying on the use of force. The court noted that even when protesters engage in stone-pelting, a violent response from the state is not appropriate.

The court is also reviewing petitions that seek legal action against the organizers of these protests, alleging that their public statements incited violence. One petitioner argued that failing to hold organizers accountable could set a negative precedent for future generations of protesters. The court has agreed to hear these matters alongside other ongoing cases related to the student demonstrations.