Students And Police Clash In India Over Controversial Citizenship Bill

Students And Police Clash In India Over Controversial Citizenship Bill

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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.

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What event triggered the violent clashes between police and students in India?

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How did the police respond to the protests according to the reports?

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What do supporters of the Citizenship Amendment Bill argue?

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What was the main reason students were protesting against the Citizenship Amendment Bill?

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What is the population of Muslim citizens in India based on the text?

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