In its affidavit, the Centre has argued that in the present matter, neither is violation of any fundamental right involved nor is it in any way a case national importance.
It added that attempt by the applicant is to create a dramatic impression of the proceedings to win sympathy.
“Dispensation of justice does not have any bearing on the number of persons who watch the court proceedings or subscribing to the You Tube Channel showing such proceedings. The Hon’ble Court does not opt for or seek public appreciation while dealing with matters involving questions of law and facts. Social reach of the live streaming cannot be a part of dispensation of justice,” the government has said in its response.
It also said that Indian courts are not competing with the system in practice in countries like the US, US, Australia or Brazil.
“This Hon’ble court does not require larger outreach or any larger audience than what is already available to the proceedings that are undertaken on a day to day basis,” the government submitted.
Source: Barandbench
