Can students be punished for protesting? Here’s what the Constitution says
The protests carried out by CJP students raised an important constitutional issue – what happens next after the protests are over? Even though peaceful protests are an important element of democracy, students often worry about the possible legal repercussions of their participation. The answer depends on whether the demonstration was peaceful or any laws were broken during the process. Can students be punished for protesting? Here’s what the Constitution says (REUTERS) Even if the Indian Constitution does not guarantee the right to protest, this right can be found in Articles 19(1)(a) and 19(1)(b) which provide for freedom of speech and expression as well as the right to assemble peacefully. Such rights provide citizens with a possibility to express their disagreement with the actions of the authorities and institutions involved. Will AI replace your job? Degrees and skills that have best future However, individual freedom is subject to some limitations listed in Articles 19(2) and 19(3), which concern such important aspects as sovereignty, public order, and security. Students can be prosecuted if the protest is no …






