What happened
Three PhD students continued a protest fast at Jantar Mantar after Sonam Wangchuk was moved away from the protest site. The students said they would keep vigil there, and police remained present around the area.
Why the episode matters
The protest is relevant for UPSC because it connects peaceful assembly, public order, and the administration of protest spaces in the national capital. The episode also shows how a movement can continue through a smaller group even after a central leader is shifted away from the site.
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