India's Supreme Court reserves judgment on appeal against Madras High Court ruling that downloading child porn is not a crime.
The Supreme Court of India has reserved its judgment on an appeal against the Madras High Court's decision, which stated that downloading and possessing child pornography is not a crime. The case involves NGOs, Just Rights for Children Alliance and Bachpan Bachao Andolan, challenging the High Court's order. The Supreme Court bench, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud and Justice JB Pardiwala, heard arguments and allowed both parties to file written submissions. The court is considering whether downloading or watching child pornography on electronic devices constitutes an offense under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act and the Information Technology Act.
April 19, 2024
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