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14 August 2026

SC plea against surveillance of NEET protesters

The topic involves a Supreme Court challenge regarding the legality of mass surveillance and biometric data usage, which directly relates to constitutional rights, privacy, and the governance of technology in public spaces.

1 min read Day 14 of 25 2 questions 1 prelims

Notes

  • Supreme Court is hearing a plea challenging the use of facial recognition technology and mass surveillance tools against protesters.
  • Tools identified in the petition include 'Ikshana' vehicles, 'AjnaLens' smart spectacles, and the 'Abhigyan' mobile application for biometric matching.
  • Petitioner alleges that biometric data of peaceful protesters is being interlinked with national criminal databases.
  • Concerns raised regarding the hosting of surveillance data by private entities, citing potential violations of DPDP Rules and the CrPC.
  • The petition argues that the surveillance lacks a specific legal framework, noting that neither the Criminal Procedure (Identification) Act, 2022, nor Delhi Police standing orders authorize biometric surveillance of lawful assemblies.

Part of a longer story

This is day 14 of 25 in Protests against police conduct and state security measures, which has been running since 25 July 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

  1. The deployment of automated facial recognition technology in public spaces raises significant concerns regarding the fundamental right to privacy. Discuss the legal challenges associated with mass surveillance in the context of peaceful assembly. 150 words
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  2. Examine the intersection of technological advancements in law enforcement and the constitutional safeguards protecting individual liberty. How can the state balance the requirements of public order with the necessity of a robust data protection framework? 250 words
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Prelims

  1. Which of the following acts governs the collection and storage of biometric data for the purpose of criminal investigations in India?

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