Supreme Court orders Centre to ensure uninterrupted metro and internet during protests
GS2Polity · Governance · IR· Fundamental rights, DPSP & duties· Prelims + Mains·
Why in news
The Supreme Court of India directed the Centre to ensure uninterrupted metro and internet services during protests to prevent illegal detentions.
Background
A Bench of Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V. Mohana issued the order following alleged violations during a Cockroach Janta Party protest against Gyanesh Kumar. The court issued a notice regarding the legality of detentions during the demonstration.
Facts for Prelims
- FactThe court order specifically mandates the maintenance of metro and internet services during protests.
- PostKapil Sibal: A Rajya Sabha MP and advocate who welcomed the court's order.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the balance between the state's power to maintain public order and the fundamental right to peaceful protest and freedom of expression.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Judicial oversight: Role of the judiciary in preventing arbitrary detentions during public demonstrations
- Digital rights: Ensuring internet access as a prerequisite for exercising the right to assembly
- Public infrastructure: Balancing logistical constraints of metro services with the right to protest
Keywords: Right to Assembly · Freedom of Expression · Judicial Review · Public Order · Arbitrary Detention
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