New Delhi, July 20 -- Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Monday, expressing concern over the lathi charge on Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protesters, questioned the use of force against non-violent protesters and urged the government to allow discussions on "burning issues" in Parliament.

Tharoor condemned the use of force against peaceful protesters and argues that just as protests should remain non-violent, Parliament should logically prioritise discussing urgent national issues to represent the voice of the people.

Speaking to ANI, Tharoor said, "When a non-violent protest is taking place, what is the reason for a lathi-charge? Lathi charge is not an act of non-violence. It is an act of violence. I don't understand the logic of this. Simil...