Supreme Court Demands Accountability for Social Media Content, Proposes Regulatory Framework

Nov 27, 2025 04:02 pm CST

The Supreme Court of India has called for greater accountability for social media content creators, giving the Centre four weeks to establish regulations for user-generated content. During hearings related to the India's Got Latent case involving several YouTubers, the Court discussed creating an autonomous regulatory body, implementing content warnings, age verification systems, and stronger protections for vulnerable groups. The case highlights the delicate balance between freedom of expression and preventing harmful content in the digital age.