Supreme Court quashed FIRs against Gen Z NEET-UG protesters using Article 142 powers
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Supreme Court quashes FIRs against against Gen Z NEET-UG protesters under Article 142
The Supreme Court invoked Article 142 to quash FIRs against Gen Z NEET-UG protesters and directed the Centre to formulate a compensation scheme for those injured in police action. This landmark ruling protects students' right to peaceful protest and sets a precedent for judicial intervention in police excesses. The decision highlights Article 142's extraordinary powers and has significant implications for student movements and police accountability.
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Court directed Centre to formulate compensation scheme for protesters injured in police action
Ruling protects students' right to peaceful protest against NEET-UG examination issues
Article 142 invoked for complete justice in case of alleged police excesses on protesters
Decision sets precedent for judicial intervention in student protest cases and police accountability
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