Restraining access of minors to online porn is of paramount public importance: SC

The Supreme Court has urged the government to formulate a national policy to restrict minors' access to online pornography, acknowledging the importance of safeguarding young people from explicit content. The court took a Public Interest Litigation seriously, noting that the Information Technology Act, 2000 didn't sufficiently penalize the consumption of porn while it did penalize its production and distribution. This move highlights the growing concern about online safety and the need for updated legislation to protect vulnerable populations from harmful digital content.