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14 August 2026

CJI Surya Kant on misuse of live-streamed proceedings

The issue of live-streaming court proceedings touches upon the transparency, functioning, and accountability of the judiciary, which are core themes in the GS2 syllabus regarding the organization and functioning of the judiciary.

1 min read Day 6 of 7 1 questions 1 prelims

Notes

  • CJI Surya Kant has expressed concerns regarding the misuse of live-streamed court proceedings.
  • The primary issue identified is the circulation of out-of-context clips on social media platforms.
  • Oral remarks made by judges during proceedings are being misquoted or misrepresented.
  • The judiciary has highlighted the potential for such misinformation to mislead the public, particularly the youth.
  • The judiciary has called for greater responsibility from the media in reporting judicial proceedings.

Part of a longer story

This is day 6 of 7 in Regulation of court proceeding recordings and social media circulation, which has been running since 7 July 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

  1. The live-streaming of court proceedings is a significant step towards judicial transparency. However, it brings forth new challenges regarding the integrity of information. Discuss the potential impact of digital dissemination of court proceedings on the public perception of the judiciary and suggest measures to balance transparency with accountability. 150 words
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Prelims

  1. Which of the following best describes the primary concern raised by the judiciary regarding the live-streaming of court proceedings?

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