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12 August 2026

Parliamentary debate on student protests and pellet gun usage

The topic highlights the intersection of parliamentary accountability and the use of force by security agencies, providing relevant context for questions on police conduct and legislative oversight.

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Notes

  • Parliamentary deadlock persists over demands for a statement regarding police conduct during student protests.
  • RTI responses from Lady Hardinge Medical College and Safdarjung Hospital indicate at least 10 individuals sustained injuries from pellet-like projectiles during a July 20 protest in Delhi.
  • A general diary entry from Parliament Street police station confirms the Rapid Action Force (RAF) fired two rounds from an anti-riot gun on July 22.
  • Allegations have been raised regarding the use of high-caliber weapons, such as AK-47s, against civilians during protests in Bihar.
  • The government has offered a full-fledged parliamentary discussion on student agitations and police action, with the Home Minister designated to provide a detailed response.
  • The Opposition demands accountability regarding the authorization of force against protesters and a formal statement on specific administrative concerns.

Questions

  1. Examine the constitutional and legal framework governing the use of force by law enforcement agencies during public protests in India. How can the principle of proportionality be balanced with the maintenance of public order? 150 words
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  2. The use of non-lethal weapons in crowd control has often been a subject of debate in the context of human rights and police reforms. Discuss the challenges in standardizing riot control protocols and the necessity of independent oversight mechanisms to ensure accountability in the criminal justice system. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. Which of the following bodies is primarily responsible for coordinating the legislative agenda and managing the business of the Lok Sabha, including scheduling debates?