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Examines the interplay between freedom of the press, judicial independence, and the need for responsible reporting, particularly in the context of digital media and constitutional law.
The reporting of judicial proceedings by the media is crucial for informing the public and upholding the principle of open justice. However, this freedom is subject to reasonable restrictions to maintain the dignity of the court, prevent misuse, and ensure a fair trial.
Media's Role
Recognised news outlets can continue to report on court proceedings and inform the public.
Restrictions
Prohibition on 'utilising' raw or edited audio/video clips for social media or digital platforms without prior permission.
Rationale
Aims to prevent 'misuse' or 'commercial exploitation' of livestreamed visuals and maintain judicial decorum.
Future Protocol
Supreme Court intends to lay down a protocol for online users to access audio-visual content through official court archives.
Static syllabus anchors
| Type | Reference |
|---|---|
| Conceptual area | Fundamental Rights |
| Conceptual area | Judiciary & Judicial Review |
Institutions & roles
| Body | Role |
|---|---|
| Supreme Court of India | Issues directives, interprets law, regulates court proceedings |
Prelims angle: Statement-based questions
Prelims angle: Conceptual understanding
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Open questionWith reference to the Constitution of India, consider the following statements: 1. No High Court shall have the jurisdiction to declare any central law to ...
Open questionConsider the following statements : 1. The motion to impeach a Judge of the Supreme Court of India cannot be rejected by the Speaker of the Lok Sabha as per ...
Open questionWith reference to the Constitution of India, consider the following statements: 1. No High Court shall have the jurisdiction to declare any central law to ...
Open questionWith reference to Indian Judiciary, consider the following statements: 1. Any retired judge of the Supreme Court of India can be called back to sit and act ...
Open questionWith reference to the casual workers employed in India, consider the following statements: 1. All casual workers are entitled for Employees Provident Fund co...
Open questionWith reference to Indian Judiciary, consider the following statements: 1. Any retired judge of the Supreme Court of India can be called back to sit and act ...
Open questionWith reference to the casual workers employed in India, consider the following statements: 1. All casual workers are entitled for Employees Provident Fund co...
Open questionNews outlets can report courts, but cannot ‘utilise’ audio-video clips of proceedings: Supreme Court order
05 Aug 2026 · The Supreme Court's recent directives aim to regulate the use of audio-video recordings of court proceedings by news outlets and digital platforms, balancing media freedom with judicial decorum and preventing misuse.
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Regulation of Media Reporting of Judicial Proceedings
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