On July 15th, thousands of New Delhi lawyers went on strike, boycotting court hearings to protest new laws that expanded police powers.
Thousands of lawyers in New Delhi, India went on strike on July 15th, boycotting court hearings to protest against an ongoing criminal legislation overhaul. The new laws, which came into force on July 1st, expanded police powers to detain individuals prior to trial, leading to significant opposition among legal professionals. Critics argue that the changes will give excessive powers to the police and put additional pressure on an already overburdened justice system.
July 15, 2024
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