unwilling persons. While in case of an internet, it is
very easy to invade upon the privacy of any
individual and thereby violating his right under
Article 21 of the Constitution of India.
(vii)
By its very nature, in the mediums like newspaper,
magazine, television or a movie, it is not possible to
sexually harass someone, outrage the modesty of
anyone, use unacceptable filthy language and
evoke communal frenzy which would lead to serious
social disorder. While in the case of an internet, it is
easily possible to do so by a mere click of a button
without any geographical limitations and almost in
all cases while ensuring anonymity of the offender.
(viii)
By the very nature of the medium, the width and
reach of internet is manifold as against newspaper
and films. The said mediums have inbuilt limitations
i.e. a person will have to buy / borrow a newspaper
and / or will have to go to a theater to watch a
movie. For television also one needs at least a room
where a television is placed and can only watch
those channels which he has subscribed and that
too only at a time where it is being telecast. While in
case of an internet a person abusing the internet,
can commit an offence at any place at the time of
his choice and maintaining his anonymity in almost
all cases.
(ix) In case of other mediums, it is impossible to
maintain anonymity as a result of which speech
ideal opinions films having serious potential of
creating a social disorder never gets generated
since its origin is bound to be known. While in case
of an internet mostly its abuse takes place under the
garb of anonymity which can be unveiled only after
thorough investigation.
(x) In case of other mediums like newspapers,
television or films, the approach is always
institutionalized approach governed by industry
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