In 2026, what material was the focus of Supreme Court directions restraining its unauthorised circulation and commercial exploitation and requiring guidelines on its use?
Question and options
In 2026, what material was the focus of Supreme Court directions restraining its unauthorised circulation and commercial exploitation and requiring guidelines on its use?
- Election campaign recordings
- Courtroom recordings
- Parliamentary voting lists
- Central government recruitment results
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B - Courtroom recordings
In July 2026, in a petition seeking regulation of clipping and monetisation, the Court barred posting or circulating recordings of court proceedings without prior permission and asked for guidelines on their use. Fair news reporting was left unaffected.
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