IDC recommends blocking "Satluj" over fears it may fuel pro-Khalistan narrative under UAPA
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Why in news
The Inter-Departmental Committee (IDC) recommended blocking the film 'Satluj' to prevent the spread of pro-Khalistan narratives and separatist propaganda.
Background
The IDC recommendation was issued on July 9 regarding the film 'Satluj' directed by Honey Trehan. The film depicts the death of activist Jaswant Singh Khalra in police custody during the Punjab militancy era.
Facts for Prelims
- Act / BillUAPA: Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967, provides the legal framework for tackling terrorism and secessionist activities.
- BodyIDC: Inter-Departmental Committee tasked with reviewing content for national security implications.
- FactThe film 'Satluj' focuses on the historical events of Punjab's militancy period.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the challenges in balancing freedom of artistic expression with the state's obligation to prevent the dissemination of narratives that threaten national integrity.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Security-Liberty Trade-off: Balancing Article 19(1)(a) rights against the 'reasonable restrictions' provided under the UAPA framework.
- Information Warfare: The role of cross-border actors in utilizing cinematic content to fuel secessionist sentiments.
- Regulatory Bottlenecks: The procedural complexities in identifying and censoring content that serves as a vehicle for hybrid warfare.
Keywords: National Security · Artistic Freedom · Hybrid Warfare · Separatist Narrative · UAPA · Content Regulation
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