Today, On 14th May, Supreme Court directs UP government to fully fund the education of the Muslim student slapped in school, ensuring no financial burden. In 2023, a teacher allegedly mocked his religion and encouraged classmates to slap him.
Justice Oka addressed the prevalent issue of hate speech in India, which often targets religious minorities and oppressed communities, aiming to provoke societal division. He emphasized the need for public awareness and education to reduce such speech, while safeguarding free speech rights. Oka advocated for the right to dissent and protest as essential democratic principles.
X Corp’s affidavit to the Delhi High Court argues that the government’s blocking of the ‘Hindutva Watch’ account was disproportionate and lacked documented reasons, violating fair hearing rights. The court acknowledged the overreach of the blocking order under the IT Act, emphasizing the need for targeted action rather than account-wide bans.
