'Internet access is fundamental right': SC suggests ‘child mode’ for social media accounts
The Supreme Court has declared that internet access is a fundamental right applicable to all, including children. This decision reinforces the significance of achieving a balance between safety and individual freedoms online for minors. Moreover, the court advocates for enhancements in identifying harmful content. This landmark ruling builds upon earlier verdicts that recognized digital access as…
The Supreme Court of India has suggested that access to the internet and social media should be considered a fundamental right for all individuals, including children, under Articles 21 and 19(1)(a) of the Constitution. In a recent ruling, the court emphasized that the safety of children should not be at odds with their freedom to access information and ideas online.
The bench, comprising Justice JB Pardiwala and Justice K Vinod Chandran, proposed measures such as a 'child mode' for social media accounts to enhance online safety for minors, rather than denying them access to the internet entirely. The court acknowledged that while the internet poses safety risks to children, blanket restrictions are not the solution and can deprive children of essential learning, communication, and information opportunities.
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