From France to Delhi: Are Protests Being Hijacked by Radical Political Groups? | The Hard Facts
From violent clashes and looting in parts of Europe to politically charged demonstrations in India, protests are raising difficult questions about the line between peaceful dissent and street violence.Are ideological groups influencing the direction of these movements? What role do left-wing organisations play in political mobilisation, and is there evidence of connections between protest movements across countries?In this discussion, we examine the unrest in Europe, the recent CJP-linked protests in India, the role of student and political organisations, and concerns about whether legitimate grievances can be overshadowed by violence or partisan agendas.We also explore a fundamental democratic question: how can governments protect public order while safeguarding the right to peaceful protest?Watch the full discussion for the facts, competing perspectives and analysis of the political developments shaping Europe and India.Subscribe to News18 for breaking news, international affairs, political debates and in-depth analysis. -hard-factsn18oc_politicsNews18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube
