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Supreme Court Asks Centre to Consider Jantar Mantar’s Status as Protest Venue
Nyaya Prep • Published • Updated • 3 min read
The Supreme Court asked the Centre to consider whether Jantar Mantar should be reconsidered as a designated place for public protests.
Key development
The Centre must take a decision on the issue under the Court’s direction.
The Centre must take a decision on the issue under the Court’s direction.
Background
The issue arises from restrictions and permissions affecting demonstrations in central Delhi. The request addresses the administrative framework for balancing peaceful assembly with public order and local access.
Legal issue and reasoning
The Court did not itself grant unrestricted permission to protest at the location or replace applicable regulatory conditions. The immediate question is for the competent executive authority to consider.
Outcome and next step
The Centre must take a decision on the issue under the Court’s direction.
Act: Constitution of India
Section: Article 19(1)(b)
Original report: LiveLaw
- Freedom of Assembly and Designated Protest Spaces
- SC
- 9 October 2026