The article discusses the right to protest under Article 19 of the Indian Constitution, specifically focusing on the new restrictive guidelines at Jantar Mantar, Delhi. While Articles 19(1)(a) and 19(1)(b) guarantee freedom of speech and peaceful assembly, recent reports by Citizens for Justice and Peace (CJP) express concern over strict police regulations. These include mandatory prior permission (7-10 days notice), a restricted time window from 10 AM to 5 PM, and the prohibition of temporary structures. The Supreme Court has previously upheld the right to protest but noted it is subject to reasonable restrictions for maintaining public order.
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