Thousands Arrested In Protests Over India's Citizenship Law

India's Supreme Court refused to stop the Citizenship Amendment Act, which grants citizenship to non-Muslim immigrants from three countries. The law led to protests, prompting police to ban gatherings and suspend mobile data near protest sites. The government defends the law as a relief for persecuted people, while critics argue it discriminates against Muslims. The Supreme Court will hear petitions against the law and has asked the government to respond.

What is the main feature of the Citizenship Amendment Act?

• It grants citizenship to all immigrants.

• It denies citizenship to all immigrants.

• It grants citizenship to only Muslim immigrants.

• It grants citizenship to immigrants from three countries, excluding Muslims.

What measures did the authorities take in response to the protests?

• They increased internet speeds.

• They provided free transportation to protest sites.

• They allowed unlimited gatherings.

• They imposed a protest ban and suspended mobile data services.

What is the government's justification for the Citizenship Amendment Act?

• To promote tourism.

• To alleviate the suffering of persecuted people.

• To increase the population.

• To reduce immigration.

Why do critics argue that the Citizenship Amendment Act is unconstitutional?

• It grants citizenship to all immigrants.

• It is based on economic status.

• It discriminates based on religion.

• It promotes cultural diversity.

What action is the Supreme Court planning to take regarding the Citizenship Amendment Act?

• To ignore the petitions.

• To implement the law immediately.

• To hear petitions challenging the law.

• To support the law without any hearings.