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Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk claims he has been placed under house arrest in Ladakh, with a significant police and paramilitary presence outside his residence. This follows his removal from a protest site. Wangchuk, a prominent member of the Leh Apex Body, intends to legally challenge these restrictions, questioning the legality of preventing peaceful protest without formal arrest. The alleged restrictions come as activists prepare for a sit-in protest regarding Ladakh's demands, including the timing of upcoming elections and the ineffectiveness of Hill Councils. Ladakh Police state their actions comply with prohibitory orders related to the ongoing election exercise.