SHORT ANSWER:
Section 66A of the IT Act was struck down by the Supreme Court in 2015, thus protecting freedom of expression.
DETAILS:
- The Supreme Court ruled that Section 66A was unconstitutional as it violated the right to freedom of speech and expression under Article 19(1)(a) of the Indian Constitution.
- The section allowed for the punishment of individuals for sending offensive messages through communication service, which was deemed vague and broad.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Since the section is no longer in effect, there are no punishments under it.
SOURCE:
- Information Technology Act, 2000; Supreme Court of India Judgment in Shreya Singhal vs. Union of India (2015).
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