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18 August 2026

Supreme Court on AAP Gujarat social media accounts

The case involves a Supreme Court intervention regarding the proportionality of digital censorship and the protection of fundamental rights under Article 19, which is a significant constitutional and governance issue.

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Notes

  • The Supreme Court directed the restoration of Instagram and Facebook accounts of a political unit that had been geo-blocked.
  • The Court's interim order is subject to the removal of any objectionable content identified.
  • The petitioner argued that blocking entire social media accounts constitutes prior restraint on free speech, protected under Article 19 of the Constitution.
  • The petitioner alleged that the blocking occurred without prior notice, hearing, or disclosure of the specific statutory provisions invoked.
  • The case raises constitutional questions regarding the proportionality of blocking entire digital platforms versus specific content, and the impact on democratic engagement.

Questions

  1. Discuss the constitutional safeguards available for digital speech in India. How does the principle of proportionality apply when the state restricts access to social media platforms? 150 words
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  2. The doctrine of 'prior restraint' poses significant challenges to the freedom of speech and expression in the digital age. Critically examine the role of the judiciary in balancing state security interests with the fundamental right to political communication under Article 19. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. Under the Indian Constitution, the right to freedom of speech and expression is protected under which Article?

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