How Many Will Be Jailed Before Polls?" Apex Court Takes Stance ‘YouTubers’|| GOA365

In a significant development, the Supreme Court has reinstated the bail of a Youtuber accused of making derogatory remarks against Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin. The move comes at a time when Lok Sabha polls linger around the corner, and several youtubers under the scanner for their content. Let's dive into the details.

The apex court, comprising Justices Abhay S Oka and Ujjal Bhuyan, emphasized that not everyone making allegations on social media platforms like Youtube can be subjected to imprisonment. The bench found no evidence suggesting that the accused, Sattai, had misused the bail granted to him.

During the proceedings, Justice Oka raised a critical question, questioning the repercussions of imprisoning individuals for making allegations on social media, particularly in the context of impending elections. Moreover, the court dismissed the plea to impose restrictions on Sattai for making scandalous remarks while on bail. Justice Oka challenged the notion of determining what constitutes a scandalous statement, highlighting the complexities involved.

The case originated from Sattai's challenge to a Madras High Court decision that revoked his bail. The High Court's observation of Sattai's alleged engagement in further offenses prompted his appeal to the Supreme Court. The ruling comes amidst the backdrop of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, with voting scheduled across seven phases starting April 19. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.