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    "content": "scientific research has shown that exposure to tear gas and other irritants can cause a wide range of health issues ranging from acute to long-term effects. The acute effects include severe irritation of the eyes, skin and respiratory system. The long-term effects include glaucoma, blindness, respiratory failure and even death due to chemical burns to the lungs and canister injuries. Further, in the law of war, where far greater leeway is given to the use of deadly force, the use of tear gas is banned, particularly under the Geneva Protocol of 1925 and the Chemical Weapons Convention of 1993 . Therefore, its continued use by law enforcement agencies as a riot control agent poses a great risk to the health of the peaceful protestors. It is against this background that I seek a statement from the Chairperson…"
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