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Saurav Datta

Saurav Datta

Freelance columnist, teaches media law and jurisprudence in Bombay and Pune

By Saurav Datta

Supreme Court ruling will wipe elections of communalism

The apex court did well to acknowledge and factor in how fast hate speech travels in today’s world, and swings votes.

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Should judges step out in burqa to know what people think of them?

For far too long, the judiciary has gotten away with building a halo around itself and crushing any criticism of its actions.

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Murderous AFSPA: Tripura not enough. SC must act now

Judicial immunity to atrocities must be halted.

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What the Supreme Court did not say about live-in relationships

Apart from violating journalism ethics, misreporting has lowered the credibility of Indian media.

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How not  to judge a high-profile rape case

The Chhattisgarh rape case wasn't an isolated one, it should compel both the bench and the bar to introspect.

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Proposed anti-dowry law will make women more unsafe

The proposed amendments to Section 498A can protect those who kill for dowry.

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Roast not AIB, but the law that protects hurt sentiments

It is the law that needs to be changed, not the jokes comedians crack.

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Why our courts don't do justice to rape

A wide range of rulings reveal big gaps in our judiciary's gender sensitivity.

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Banning Comedy Central is no laughing matter

The Cable Television Network Act and its programme code make a mockery of democracy and freedom of expression.

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Why banning porn on web won't end sex crimes

This breathtaking hyperbole of porn equals rape is not supported by any conclusive research.

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