After DU, JNU issues advisory: Refrain from joining CJP Jantar Mantar protest, uphold values of responsible citizenship
After the University of Delhi, the Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) issued an advisory on Friday (July 24) for students amid the ongoing protest by the
After the University of Delhi, the Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) issued an advisory on Friday (July 24) for students amid the ongoing protest by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) at Jantar Mantar, Delhi. The university advised all stakeholders of JNU’s epistemic community "to act responsibly and prioritize their personal safety. " The JNU advisory requested students "to refrain from participating in or visiting gatherings at or around Jantar Mantar, New Delhi." It said the advisory was issued in “accordance with the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India’s directions on public demonstrations.” The university appealed to the students, “Please exercise responsibility on social media. Violations may invite legal consequences under applicable laws as well as disciplinary action under the University’s code of conduct. You are also encouraged to uphold the values of academic responsibility and responsible citizenship.” Quick answers to key questions • 5 QUESTIONS 1 What is the advisory issued by JNU regarding the CJP protest at Jantar Mantar? ⌵ JNU advised students to refrain from joining the CJP protest at Jantar Mantar, urging them to prioritize personal safety and uphold responsible citizenship, as per Supreme Court directives.
2 Why did JNU and DU issue advisories related to the protests at Jantar Mantar? ⌵ The advisories were issued to ensure student safety, warn against participating in unauthorized assemblies, and remind students of the legal implications of such actions as per the Supreme Court's regulations. 3 How might participation in protests at Jantar Mantar affect students according to university advisories? ⌵ Participation in protests could pose serious risks to students' personal safety and negatively impact their academic progress and future professional opportunities, as highlighted in the advisories. 4 What legal consequences can students face for violating the advisories issued by JNU and DU? ⌵ Violations may lead to legal consequences under applicable laws and disciplinary actions as per the universities' codes of conduct. 5 What is the central demand of the CJP protest related to the NEET examination? ⌵ The CJP protest is calling for the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged irregularities, including a claimed NEET paper leak. Delhi University's advisory JNU's advisory followed the University of Delhi (DU) issuing an official safety advisory, urging all students and faculty members to strictly refrain from participating in unauthorised assemblies and demonstrations at Jantar Mantar.
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