Supreme Court of India issues guidelines to prevent disability discrimination in visual media and films.
The Supreme Court of India has issued guidelines to prevent discrimination against disabled individuals in the visual media and films. The guidelines state that terms like "cripple" and "spastic" have devalued meanings in societal perceptions and contribute to discrimination. The court emphasized the importance of diverse and accurate representation of disabled individuals in visual media, and suggested the CBFC should invite expert opinions before allowing the screening of films.
July 08, 2024
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