Centre committee justifies 'Satluj' ban, citing threat to sovereignty under IT Act
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Why in news
A Central committee justified the ban on the film 'Satluj' under Section 69A of the IT Act, citing threats to India's sovereignty and integrity.
Background
The film 'Satluj', starring Diljit Dosanjh, was removed from the ZEE5 platform following its release. The committee's justification for the ban is based on the film's depiction of human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra and an 'unbalanced' narrative.
Facts for Prelims
- Act / BillSection 69A of the Information Technology Act, 2000: Empowers the government to issue directions to block public access to information online.
- BodyMinistry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY): The nodal ministry responsible for implementing IT Act regulations.
- FactThe ban was specifically justified based on concerns regarding national sovereignty and integrity.
For Mains
Q. Critically examine the balance between the state's power to regulate online content under Section 69A of the IT Act and the fundamental right to freedom of speech.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Constitutional friction: Balancing Article 19(1)(a) freedom of expression against the 'reasonable restrictions' of national sovereignty.
- Executive discretion: The lack of judicial oversight in the immediate blocking of content under Section 69A.
- Narrative security: The challenge of regulating content that depicts sensitive historical figures or human rights issues.
Keywords: Sovereignty · Freedom of Speech · Section 69A · Digital Governance · National Integrity
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