Criminal Procedure (Identification) Bill:

GS Paper 2: Topics Covered: Government policies and associated issues.   Context: The Criminal Procedure (Identification) Bill has been introduced in the Lok Sabha. After the introduction, the Opposition sought a division, resulting in 120 votes in favour and 58 votes against the Bill.   Key Provisions: It seeks to repeal the Identification of Prisoners …

Delhi High Court observations on the ‘Right to be Forgotten’

GS Paper 2 Topics Covered: Indian Constitution- historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure.   Context: Last week, the Delhi High Court upheld the view that the “Right to Privacy” includes the “Right to be Forgotten” and the “Right to be Left Alone”. The court said this in an order passed in response …

Right to be forgotten:

GS Paper 2 Topics Covered: Indian Constitution- historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure.   Context: The Delhi High Court has asked the Centre and search engine giant Google to respond to a petition by two businessmen, who have invoked the “right to be forgotten”, and sought the removal of certain articles relating …