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Chief Justice Saurav Das Calls for Defamation Proceedings Over Abusive Slogans
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 30 Jul 2026, 09:41 PM
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Chief Justice Saurav Das has urged authorities to pursue defamation proceedings against individuals using abusive slogans in protests, while also warning young demonstrators to use respectful language.
Chief Justice Saurav Das of the Patna High Court has responded to growing criticism over the use of abusive slogans by protesters. In a statement released by the court, he called for defamation proceedings against those who employ such language during demonstrations. The justice also cautioned young protesters to be mindful of the words they use, emphasizing the importance of respectful dialogue. His remarks come amid heightened scrutiny of protest conduct across the country.