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Restraining access of minors to online porn is of paramount public importance: SC

The Supreme Court of India has transformed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) aimed at restricting minors' access to online pornography into a formal representation to the government. The court highlighted the inconsistency in the Information Technology Act, 2000, which penalizes the production and distribution of pornographic content but does not address the act of viewing it. This development is significant as it underscores the need for a national policy to protect minors and reflects the judiciary's proactive role in addressing societal issues.