Freedom of Speech cases

Closed

Mahammed Hanif and others vs State of Karnataka and another

The Karnataka High Court quashed an FIR registered against individuals for putting up posters criticizing a Supreme Court judgment. The court ruled that expressing dissent against a judicial verdict, even in strong terms, does not constitute the offense of promoting enmity between groups or outraging religious feelings.

Quashing of FIRFreedom of Speech

KarnatakaCourt matter

On trial

Contempt petition regarding detention of protesters and journalists during protest against CEC

A contempt of court petition has been filed in the Supreme Court of India against the Delhi Police following allegations of mass detentions, the detention of journalists, and the use of excessive force during a protest organized by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) and other groups on October 10, 2026.

Contempt of courtPolice misconductFreedom of Speech

DelhiCourt matter

Closed

Shreya Singhal vs Union of India

A landmark Supreme Court case that challenged the constitutionality of Section 66A of the Information Technology Act, which criminalized sending offensive messages online.

Constitutional lawFreedom of Speech

DelhiCourt matter