The decision to prosecute came 14 years after the initial complaint surprised the public and drew criticism, raising questions on the timing of the proceedings.
Many politicians have also been vocal about their disapproval of the action taken by the Indian government, which appears to be an extreme reaction to a colonial-era charge.
The event featured several prominent figures, including Syed Ali Shah Geelani, SAR Geelani, Varavara Rao, and Sheikh Showkat Hussain.
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