Supreme Court wants social media to be monitored for defamatory remarks

[Navjot Singh]

The Supreme Court on Tuesday asked the Centre, social media platforms and NGOs to consider devising a mechanism to stop circulation of derogatory comments against institutions like Parliament and the SC on social media.

The CJI said, “As far as law is concerned, there are two types of comments, one is impersonal while the other is defamatory. There are instances where institutions like Parliament and SC are defamed with derogatory comments. Why should it not be explored how to stop circulation of such comments?”
Sibal said he agreed with the CJI’s view and Mehta said the government would consider it while holding talks with all stakeholders.

SC: Explore shield against online derogatory remarks | India News - Times of India

 

[Sushubh]

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[warthog]

dont worry govt has CMS for internet

aka echelon

Govt considering internet monitoring through centralised system

The government is considering monitoring internet traffic through a centralised system which is operational across the country, Parliament was informed Thursday.

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