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105 students boycott NLSIU Convocation due to CJI Surya Kant's presence

105 students boycott NLSIU Convocation due to CJI Surya Kant's presence
Image: Kannada Prabha

One hundred five degree students boycotted the National Law School of India University (NLSIU) convocation for the year 2026. The boycott was in protest against the invitation extended to Chief Justice Surya Kant. The university had previously announced that the convocation would be held at Jnanjyothi Sabhangana on Saturday. The 105 graduates were awarded their degrees despite their absence.

Originally reported by Kannada Prabha Summarised from the source’s public news feed without altering the facts. Read the original report for the full story.
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