Pakistan, July 27 -- An Indian student has criticised the use of the term "Pakistani agent" against protesters, arguing that such labels are being used to suppress dissent during recent demonstrations over examination reforms.

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Neha Bora, who participated in a 23-day hunger strike, made the remarks after taking part in large-scale student protests at Delhi's Jantar Mantar. The demonstrations were organised in response to examination paper leak allegations and demands for reforms to India's education system.

Speaking after the protests, Bora said student activists campaigning for their rights were being branded as "Pakistani agents," describing the label as an attempt to sile...