According to a recent SC order, what actions are the police and authorities not bound to act on
Clarifying the obligations of the police and authorities regarding oral orders for banning live telecasts.
According to a recent Supreme Court (SC) order, the police and authorities are not bound to act on oral orders for banning live telecasts. The clarifications provided in the order can be summarized as follows:
- The police and authorities are not obligated to carry out oral orders for banning live telecasts unless they are followed up with written orders.
- Oral orders should be promptly followed by written orders within a reasonable period of time.
- The written order must clearly specify the reasons for the ban, the duration, and any other relevant details.
- If a written order is not shared, the oral order will not have legal sanctity, and the police and authorities cannot be held responsible for enforcing it.
- The order emphasizes the importance of transparency, accountability, and adherence to due process of law.
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