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4w ago

Bombay High Court Dismisses Shiv Sena MLA's Petition Against Kunal Kamra

The court emphasized existing IT Act remedies and declined to establish a social media censorship committee, citing policy limitations.

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The Bombay High Court raised questions on the selective targeting of stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra
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Court doesn't entertain Shinde Sena's plea on social media 'misuse' by Kunal Kamra

Overview

  • The Bombay High Court rejected Shiv Sena MLA Kiran Samant's PIL targeting comedian Kunal Kamra and Google over alleged social media misuse.
  • The court noted that Samant had not utilized available remedies under the IT Act, including provisions for content blocking and emergency removal.
  • Judges clarified that forming a social media vigilance or censorship committee falls under policy decisions, beyond judicial authority.
  • Samant was granted the liberty to approach the Ministry of Information and Technology for information on actions taken regarding his concerns.
  • Kunal Kamra remains protected from arrest under interim court orders while defamation investigations continue in connection with his satire on Deputy CM Eknath Shinde.