Supreme Court Plans Protocol to Access Livestream Archives, Sparking Activist Backlash
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Why in news
The Supreme Court announced a protocol to regulate access to livestream archives of judicial proceedings to prevent commercial exploitation and misuse.
Background
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant announced the protocol on July 31, 2026. The move follows a July 24 interim order banning the circulation of court proceedings on digital platforms to prevent commercial exploitation.
Facts for Prelims
- BodySupreme Court of India: The highest judicial forum in India.
- FactThe protocol aims to regulate archives of both Supreme Court and State High Court livestreams.
- FactThe move was initiated following an interim order dated July 24, 2026.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the tension between the principle of 'open justice' and the need to prevent the commercial exploitation of judicial proceedings in the digital age.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Right to Information vs. Judicial Integrity
- Commercialization of Judiciary
- Digital Governance of Courts
- Way forward: Balanced access protocols
Keywords: Open Justice · Commercial Exploitation · Judicial Transparency · Digital Archives · Public Accountability
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