What happened
Bihar withdrew 64 FIRs against NEET-UG protesters after protests. Bihar also kept cases against 21 people, meaning criminal cases continue against specific accused/protest participants.
Background and earlier position
FIRs are registered complaints that set the criminal law process in motion. In protest contexts, FIRs may be filed against individuals identified as participants or instigators, followed by investigations and prosecution depending on evidence and legal provisions.
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