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8 July 2026

Restoration of CJP X account

The case highlights the tension between executive power to block digital content and judicial oversight regarding freedom of speech and transparency, serving as useful context for questions on governance and the role of the judiciary.

1 min read Day 2 of 2 1 questions 1 prelims

Notes

  • The Delhi High Court ordered the restoration of a social media account that had been blocked by the government.
  • The government stated the account was blocked as a 'precautionary measure' prior to the NEET (UG) re-test on June 21.
  • The government argued that certain posts on the account had the potential to create confusion and panic among candidates and parents.
  • The Solicitor-General informed the court that the government had no objection to unblocking the account once the examination process was concluded.

Part of a longer story

This is day 2 of 2 in CJP social media account blocking and restoration, which has been running since 24 June 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

  1. Examine the legal framework governing the government's power to block social media accounts in the interest of public order and the role of the judiciary in ensuring procedural fairness. 150 words
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Prelims

  1. Under which legislative framework does the government typically exercise its power to block access to information on social media platforms in India?

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