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Karnataka CET Uproar: Sacred Janeu Cut Spurs Police Probe, Rights Debate, and Reforms
An alleged cutting of a Hindu student’s janeu at a Karnataka CET centre has ignited a vital debate on how exam security can coexist with constitutional protections for religious practice and student dignity. This analysis explains the sacred significance of the yajnopavita, situates the incident within Article 25 and Article 21, and applies the proportionality…
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Karnataka CET ‘Janivara’ Row: Safeguarding Religious Freedom, Exam Dignity, and Due Process
Reports from Bengaluru indicate an alleged dispute at a Karnataka CET centre over the ‘janivara’ (sacred thread), prompting calls for state action and even affiliation revocation. This analysis explains the constitutional balance between Article 25 religious freedom and legitimate exam-security protocols, emphasising dignity, equality, and proportionality. It outlines how clear KEA-issued SOPs, privacy-respecting checks, and…