While PM @narendramodi has said that criticism makes a democracy strong, there is an ongoing crackdown on peaceful protests against the #CAA in #Varanasi, his Lok Sabha constituency. Amnesty International India investigates:
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@narendramodi Between 11 - 23 December 2019, more than 70 people were arrested for peacefully protesting in Varanasi. The police indiscriminately lathi charged on peaceful protesters and innocent bystanders, leading to the death of an 8-year old, and resulting in over a dozen injuries. 2/5
@narendramodi Most of the arrested persons were kept in custody for over 15 days, despite securing bail. Amnesty International India also documented the excessive delay by the jail authorities in providing access to counsel to the arrested persons. 3/5
@narendramodi Peaceful protests are a fundamental aspect of a vibrant society, and as recognized by the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, states should recognise the positive role of peaceful protests as means to strengthen human rights. 4/5
@narendramodi "The @PMOIndia must set an example by showing that peaceful dissent in his constituency is not being crushed. He must ensure that #UttarPradesh Govt sets up an independent investigation into cases of police brutality. Those responsible must be prosecuted." - Avinash Kumar. 5/5
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