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What is Section 144 and why it was necessary to be imposed

Published : Dec 19, 2019, 04:07 PM IST

The imposition of Section 144 which is usually construed as a precautionary measure to curb violence has now faced heavy criticism. Can we allow another protest to get out of hand?

The imposition of Section 144 in various states in the country has invited criticism from a few quarters. Section 144 which prohibits a large gathering has been imposed as a precautionary measure in the wake of the security forces reporting that there are elements who are looking to incite violence. We take a look at what Section 144 is and why it must be imposed as Simplified by Ajay Joseph