Supreme Court Refuses to Intervene in Govt School Access Curbs
What Happened
The Supreme Court declined to hear a PIL challenging restrictions imposed by Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh on the entry of journalists, activists, YouTubers and social media users into government schools. The petition argued that the curbs on visits, photography and videography hinder public scrutiny of school infrastructure.
Key Takeaways
The ruling reinforces the authority of state governments to regulate access to schools, balancing transparency in public institutions with concerns around student privacy, safety and security.