PoliticsPhoto: Hindustan TimesDelhi's Jantar Mantar: From Astronomy to Political Protest
Delhi’s Jantar Mantar, built in 1724 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, originally served as an astronomical observatory. Over time, it has transformed into a significant site for protests and political dissent, symbolizing a shift from scientific study of the stars to a platform for public political expression.
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