Come Read With Me | NEXT IAS

Описание: Come Read With Me is a quick 3-minute news explainer series where one important newspaper topic is simplified for easy understanding.
 It helps you connect current affairs with real-world impact and UPSC relevance in a fast, engaging format.


In today’s episode, we decode the controversy around the government’s temporary blocking of Telegram under Section 69A of the IT Act, 2000. The move came after the NEET-UG paper leak scandal, where Telegram was allegedly used to circulate leaked papers and misinformation. We explore the legal basis of Section 69A, the conditions under which the government can block online platforms, and the debate between national security and freedom of speech. The video also highlights Telegram’s legal challenge in the Delhi High Court and the economic impact of such bans on millions of users.

👉 UPSC Relevance:
This topic is highly relevant for GS Paper 2 (Governance, Constitution, Fundamental Rights) and GS Paper 3 (Internal Security, Cybersecurity). It covers key areas like reasonable restrictions on free speech, digital governance, intermediary liability (Section 79), and the balance between security and civil liberties—important for both Prelims and Mains answer writing.

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