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Entity Jawaharlal Nehru University
In 2005, students protested against Prime Minister Manmohan Singh at JNU. Contemporary reports confirm the black flags, while later testimony supports his request for leniency. The incident shows both the rights of protesters and the limits of a viral retelling.
GEOGRPAHY : Delhi
TYPE : Protest
EVIDENCE : Context verified
PERIOD : 2005
UPDATED : 19 Oct 26 / 4:29 pm
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