Saturday, February 7, 2015

Amnesty International Calls for release of four Maoist Sympathisers arrested in Kerala



Amnesty International India today demanded the immediate release of four maoists sympathisers, arrested in Kerala for allegedly being involved in unlawful activities after some 'pro-Maoist' materials were retrieved from their homes.

"Mere possession of certain kinds of literature cannot be a ground for arresting someone", said Shemeer Babu, Programmes Director, Amnesty International India.
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"Authorities must respect the right to freedom of expression, which includes the right to seek and receive information of all kinds", he said in a statement

Source:
http://www.business-standard.com/article/pti-stories/amnesty-demands-release-of-four-maoist-sympathisers-115020501726_1.html

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