What happened
Police fired tear gas during protest-related unrest near Parliament Street. The scene centred on crowd-control measures and the immediate reaction of demonstrators in a crowded area.
The visual emphasis was on rapid shifts in crowd density and movement during the confrontation, which makes the incident more relevant as a public-order case than as a standalone political event.
Why the incident matters for UPSC
The incident fits the GS2 theme of public order and policing in urban spaces, especially when protests occur near sensitive institutional zones. The same setting also raises GS4 questions on restraint, proportionality, and the ethical use of force by the police.
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