This comes amid shocking allegations of police using pellet guns and nail-studded batons against student protesters. The bench also barred states from taking coercive action against demonstrators and is now considering an independent probe into protest violence. Over 200 police personnel were also reportedly injured, adding to the complexity. What’s unfolding isn’t just about exam leaks; it’s about how India handles youth dissent. A 17-year-old student in Bihar, arrested for holding a placard, could walk free today. But the bigger question remains: Who will be held accountable for the violence?