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#RightToProtest #IndianConstitution #FundamentalRights
Is the Right to Protest a Fundamental Right in India? What does the Indian Constitution say, and where does the Supreme Court draw the line?
From the freedom struggle led by Mahatma Gandhi to the Chipko Movement, the Narmada Bachao Andolan, the Anti-CAA protests and the Farmers' Movement, public protests have played a significant role in shaping India's democratic journey.
In this video, Mukta Madam explores the constitutional foundations of the Right to Protest, its historical significance, and landmark Supreme Court judgments that have shaped its interpretation.
In this video, we discuss:
The constitutional basis of the Right to Protest under Article 19
The history of protests in India, from the freedom struggle to independent India
Landmark Supreme Court judgments, including Himat Lal K. Shah, Ramlila Maidan, Mazdoor Kisan Shakti Sangathan and the Shaheen Bagh case
Reasonable restrictions on peaceful protests
Why protests are essential for accountability, social justice and a vibrant democracy
Is the Right to Protest absolute, or must it be balanced with public order and the rights of other citizens?
Watch till the end to understand why peaceful dissent remains an essential part of India's democracy.
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