SC directs CSAM regulations for intermediaries; rejects social media ban for children
The Supreme Court of India rejected a proposed social media ban for children, affirming their right to internet access under Article 21 and Article 19(1)(a). The court also introduced a regulatory framework for detecting and managing child sexual abuse material (CSAM) on social media, which could significantly impact how intermediaries address such content. The government is expected to respond to these recommendations.