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Free Speech and Internet Freedom UPSC NOTE

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  Why in News On September 20, 2024, the Bombay High Court ruled against a controversial amendment to the IT Rules that threatened free spee...

 Why in News

  • On September 20, 2024, the Bombay High Court ruled against a controversial amendment to the IT Rules that threatened free speech online.

  • Justice A.S. Chandurkar delivered a tie-breaking opinion that emphasized the importance of protecting free expression and internet platforms.

  • The ruling highlighted concerns about government overreach in regulating online information.

Significance of the Ruling

  • The court upheld the right to free speech, emphasizing that the government cannot arbitrarily define what constitutes "fake" information.

  • The ruling protects the Internet as a platform for open expression, ensuring intermediaries (like social media platforms) can operate without undue censorship.

  • It limits the government’s ability to control narratives around its actions, promoting transparency and accountability.

  • By rejecting censorship, the court reinforced democratic principles essential for public discourse and the free flow of information.


Rule 3(1)(b)(v) of the IT Rules

  • This rule imposed strict obligations on intermediaries to monitor and potentially censor content deemed "fake" by the government’s Fact Check Unit (FCU).

  • The rule created a chilling effect, making intermediaries hesitant to host controversial content for fear of losing legal protections (safe harbour).

  • It risked undermining user rights by forcing intermediaries to choose between protecting content or maintaining their immunity from liability.

  • The court found the rule overbroad and vague, effectively allowing the government to act as the ultimate arbiter of truth without constitutional basis.


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