Supreme Court clarified state power to withdraw FIRs against students in CJP protests under CrPC Section 321
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CJP protest: SC clarifies States can withdraw FIRs against students in accordance with law
The Supreme Court clarified that states have the authority to withdraw FIRs filed against students during the Citizenship Justice Project (CJP) protests, provided such withdrawal follows due legal process. This came after the Centre assured the court of its seriousness regarding the matter. The ruling reinforces federal principles by affirming state powers under CrPC Section 321 while addressing concerns over misuse of law against student protesters. Significant for polity and governance sections covering Centre-state relations, criminal procedure, and judicial oversight of executive action.
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Centre submitted assurance to SC about seriousness in addressing student FIRs during CJP protests
Ruling based on constitutional federalism — law and order is a State List subject (Entry 1, List II)
Withdrawal must follow 'accordance with law' — requires judicial magistrate approval per Section 321 CrPC
Case highlights tension between preventive detention laws and student protest rights under Article 19(1)(a)
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