‘Attack on free expression’: Content creators, media contest govt’s ‘arbitrary’ notices |
In recent weeks, the Central government has intensified its scrutiny of popular social media accounts that critique the government, policy or highlight urgent social issues. Under different sections of the IT Act, 2000, authorities are issuing notices to restrict account access or to demand the removal of specific posts.
Several content creators and handles active on social media platforms – such as X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube – including........