Students And Police Clash In India Over Controversial Citizenship Bill

Protests erupted in India over a controversial citizenship bill, leading to violent clashes between police and students at universities near the capital. The bill, passed by India's Parliament, grants citizenship to immigrants from three countries, excluding Muslims. Supporters claim it targets illegal immigration, while opponents argue it is unconstitutional for denying citizenship based on religion. The protests resulted in injuries to over 100 students and several police officers.

What event led to the violent protests in India?

• A new education policy

• A labor law amendment

• A controversial citizenship bill

• A tax reform bill

How did the police respond to the student protests?

• By negotiating with the students

• By arresting the protest leaders

• By using water cannons

• By using batons and tear gas

What does the Citizenship Amendment Bill propose?

• Providing work permits to immigrants

• Granting citizenship to all immigrants

• Granting citizenship to immigrants from three countries, excluding Muslims

• Revoking citizenship from illegal immigrants

What is the main argument of the bill's supporters?

• It will promote religious harmony

• It will boost the economy

• It will curb illegal immigration

• It will improve education

Why do opponents consider the bill unconstitutional?

• It limits freedom of speech

• It denies citizenship based on religion

• It increases taxes

• It affects the right to education