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Six-Year-Old Briefly Detained Amid BPSC Protest in Patna

Six-Year-Old Briefly Detained Amid BPSC Protest in Patna
Amid BPSC Exam Protests, 6 Year-Old Briefly Detained In Bihar's Patna · thequint.com

A six-year-old child was near protests connected to a BPSC exam in Patna.

Some social media posts said the child had been arrested.

Police said that was not true.

They said the child was taken to a police station to keep him safe.

The child was later released to his mother.

His mother works as a domestic worker.

Police advised the parents to protect the child during unrest.

The different accounts caused confusion about what happened.

Key facts

Child’s age
Six years old
Location
Patna, Bihar
Context
Protests related to the BPSC examination
Police explanation
The child was taken to the station for his own safety
Release
He was released to his mother
Mother’s occupation
Domestic worker
Authorities’ advice
Parents were advised to ensure the child’s safety during unrest

Sources

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