Prashant Kishor, the founder of Jan Suraaj, was arrested and sent to jail after refusing to sign a bail agreement that restricted him from participating in future protests. He was granted bail on the condition of non-involvement in protests and a bond of Rs 25,000, which he did not accept.
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