'Act Like Activists, Face Jail': JP Nadda's Remark Sparks Uproar In Rajya Sabha

New Delhi: The atmosphere in Rajya Sabha became very heated on Wednesday. The reason became CJP's student movement and the police action taken during that period. The opposition raised this issue as soon as the question hour ended. The ruling party and the opposition came face to face within minutes. On one hand the opposition was calling it an attack on democracy, while on the other hand the government was citing law and order. The uproar increased so much that the chairman had to intervene again and again.

What allegations did Kharge make against the government?

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge directly attacked the government. He said that the treatment meted out to the students who are raising their voice regarding the examination system and paper leak across the country is wrong. Kharge said that if the youth want to present their demands peacefully then there should be no lathi charge on them. He demanded the government give a clear statement in the House on the entire matter. Also asked to conduct an impartial investigation. Other opposition MPs also stood up along with Kharge. Everyone said in one voice that this issue should be discussed immediately.

How did the government respond to the allegations?

On behalf of the government, former BJP president and Union minister JP Nadda rejected the opposition's allegations. He said that in a democracy everyone has the right to protest, but no one can be allowed to indulge in violence or damage to public property. Nadda said that policemen were also attacked at many places and the administration took action as per the circumstances. He accused the opposition of presenting only one side of the entire incident.

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Why did the uproar increase in the House?

As the allegations and counter-allegations between the two sides intensified, the atmosphere in the House also became heated. Opposition members got up from their seats and started raising slogans and repeating their demand for answers from the government. MPs from the ruling party also opposed it. The noise continued for some time, after which the Speaker had to intervene repeatedly to maintain order in the House. Due to the uproar, the proceedings were also affected for some time.

How did the student movement become a political issue?

The movement that started with the demand for paper leak and reform in the examination system has now become a subject of national politics. Incidents of confrontation between police and protesters during protests in several states, including Delhi's Jantar Mantar, further escalated the controversy. The opposition is calling it an attempt to suppress the voice of the youth, while the government says that due to the presence of some anti-social elements, the situation worsened and the administration had to intervene.

Why was the Supreme Court hearing mentioned?

During the debate, the recent hearing in the Supreme Court was also mentioned. The court had talked about adopting a lenient attitude towards minor and protesters without criminal background. He also commented on the need for an impartial investigation into allegations related to police action. The opposition used this as a basis to question the government, while the ruling party said that every direction of the court will be respected and full cooperation will be given in the investigation process.

What can happen next on this issue?

After the debate in Parliament, it is clear that the issue of student movement and police action will remain at the political centre in the coming days also. The opposition is preparing to continuously raise this issue inside and outside Parliament. On the other hand, the government says that in matters related to law and order, action has been taken only on the basis of facts. In such a situation, along with the political debate, everyone will also keep an eye on the next hearing of the Supreme Court and the direction of the investigation.