17. One of the criteria for testing the proportionality of the orders is the
territorial extent of the restrictions. In view of the observations
made in Anuradha Bhasin (supra), for meaningful enforcement of
the spirit of the judgment, inter alia, the authorities are required to
pass orders with respect to only those areas, where there is
absolute necessity of such restrictions to be imposed, after
satisfying the directions passed earlier.
18. In this regard, our attention is drawn to the fact that blanket
orders have been passed for the entire territory rather than for
specific affected areas.
19. A perusal of the submissions made before us and the material
placed on record indicate that the submissions of the Petitioners,
in normal circumstances, merit consideration. However, the
compelling circumstances of cross border terrorism in the Union
Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, at present, cannot be ignored.
20. Additionally, although the Petitioners have argued that the orders
passed by Respondent No. 1 reveals nonapplication of mind,
however, at the cost of repetition, it must be noted that the
authorities have been taking steps towards easing of internet
restrictions taking into account the prevailing circumstances. This
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