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august 2011

Supreme Court of India · 2011-08-30

Sanjoy Narayan Ed.In Ch. Hindustan & Ors vs Son. High Court Of Allahabad Thr. R.G

Citation / case number
AIR 2011 SC (CRIMINAL) 2253
Court
Supreme Court of India
Petitioner
Sanjoy Narayan Ed.In Ch. Hindustan & Ors
Respondent
Son. High Court Of Allahabad Thr. R.G
Bench
Anil R. Dave, Mukundakam Sharma

Judgment text excerpt

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of media responsibility under Article 19(1)(a) and the limitations imposed by Article 19(2) concerning contempt of court and defamation. The Court emphasized that while the media plays a crucial role in democracy, it must ensure the accuracy and verification of information to avoid damaging reputations. The appeal was allowed, recognizing the need for a balance between freedom of speech and the dignity of the judiciary, ultimately leading to the dismissal of contempt proceedings against the appellants.

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