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SC judge flags shrinking dissent space, cites student arrests and bail hurdles

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Supreme Court Justice Ujjal Bhuyan expressed concern over India’s shrinking space for dissent, highlighting arrests of students and stringent bail conditions as threats to personal liberties.

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SC judge flags shrinking dissent space, cites student arrests and bail hurdles

Supreme Court Justice Ujjal Bhuyan on Sunday raised concerns over the shrinking space for dissent in India, citing the arrests of students protesting environmental issues and stringent bail conditions as threats to personal liberties. Speaking at an event, he questioned the criminalization of actions such as eating chicken near the Ganga, calling it an example of overreach. Justice Bhuyan also highlighted the difficulties faced by students in securing bail, emphasizing the need to protect democratic freedoms. His remarks come amid ongoing debates over the use of stringent laws to curb protests.

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SC Judge Flags Shrinking Dissent Space

Supreme Court Justice Ujjal Bhuyan has flagged the shrinking dissent space in India, noting that even students protesting for their rights face arrest and difficulties in securing bail. He also observed that eating chicken on the Ganga is not a crime. Speaking on the issue, Justice Bhuyan expressed concern over the government's increasing restrictions on freedom of expression. He emphasized the need for a balanced approach to ensure that the rights of citizens are protected while maintaining law and order.

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