“Freedom of expression is not absolute, but excessive prior restraint weakens democratic accountability”. Discuss.

Topic: Indian Constitution- historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure Q3. “Freedom of expression is not absolute, but excessive prior restraint weakens democratic accountability”. Discuss. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the question Recent debates on online censorship frameworks like the Sahyog portal, highlighting the constitutional tension between reasonable restrictions …

Sahyog Portal

Source:  IE Context: The Karnataka High Court upheld the Union government’s Sahyog portal, dismissing X Corporation’s plea that termed it “extra-legal censorship.” About Sahyog Portal: What it is: An online regulatory platform for issuing content takedown notices to internet intermediaries. Developed under Section 79(3)(b) of the IT Act, 2000, ensuring prompt removal of unlawful online …