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The spectacle of protest: Why the Ambedkarite movement must guard its autonomy

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The spectacle of protest: Why the Ambedkarite movement must guard its autonomy

In an era where digital capitalism turns dissent into a brand, true anti-caste politics must resist binary thinking and protect its historical independence

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SC: Article 142, Mass Amnesties, and the Panchayatisation of the Rule of Law

Within a month of youth-led protests in Delhi and at least half a dozen other locations, the Supreme Court’s September 1 Order invoked its extraordinary powers under Article 142 to quash criminal cases registered across at least five states. This examines the limitations of this ad hoc jurisprudence, arguing that while protection from abusive state prosecution is welcome, linking it to the cancellation of the September 5 march sets a troubling precedent. Constitutional scrutiny demanded a rigorous examination of alleged executive and police overreach, including blanket prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the BNSS and the shutdown of metro stations and internet services. Instead, the alleged excesses of Delhi and other police forces remain unadjudicated.

Need for Clarity on the SIR: An Open Letter to the Congress Leaders of Karnataka

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From Arunachal to Delhi, anti-dam protesters face state crackdown; detained allege sexual assault

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