RTI activist held in Mumbai for "derogatory" remarks against PM
An RTI activist in Mumbai faces arrest for alleged derogatory remarks against national leaders, highlighting the legal risks faced by transparency advocates. This incident underscores the tension between free speech and state power, challenging the foundational principles of open governance. Such enforcement threatens civic engagement, as open data relies on activists who can freely critique government actions without fear of retaliatory prosecution.
Source: news.webindia123.comPublished on 2023-05-28