Right to Use Internet (Access to Information)

Constitutional Provisions

  • The Indian constitution renders every citizen's right to freedom of speech and expression a fundamental right. It was listed in point (a) of Article 19(1) of the Constitution.

Legal Provisions

  • Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure used to shut down the Internet.
  • Temporary suspension of Telecom Services (Public Emergency or Public Safety) Law, 2017 Rule 2(1) provides the 'competent authority' with the process and powers to issue a direction for Internet suspension.

Judicial Pronouncements

  • Supreme Court
    • Prohibitory orders under Section 144 CrPC cannot be imposed to suppress legitimate expression of opinion or grievance or exercise of any ....
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