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Justice Subramonium Prasad issued the directive while hearing ANI’s interim application.
The Delhi High Court has directed Wikipedia to remove defamatory content about ANI, following a legal challenge by the news agency. ANI’s petition accused Wikipedia of allowing edits that portrayed it as a “propaganda tool” for the Indian government. The court’s decision comes after months of legal proceedings, with Justice Subramonium Prasad ruling in ANI’s favor.
ANI vs Wikipedia
ANI’s case highlights growing concerns about online content removal and the accountability of platforms like Wikipedia in regulating user-generated edits. The petition also targeted Wikipedia’s parent company, the Wikimedia Foundation, for failing to monitor and prevent misleading content. ANI argued that such defamatory material could damage its credibility and reputation.
This is not the first time Wikipedia has faced legal scrutiny in India. Last month, the Maharashtra Cyber Cell registered a case against four Wikipedia editors for failing to remove objectionable content about Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. The increasing number of such cases raises questions about Wikipedia’s content moderation policies and its ability to prevent misinformation.
Implications of the Court Order
The Delhi HC’s ruling is a significant step in holding Wikipedia accountable for defamatory content. The verdict also sets a precedent for online content regulation and could lead to stricter measures for ensuring factual accuracy on collaborative platforms. Legal experts believe that this case could push Wikipedia to review its content moderation policies and implement stricter oversight for sensitive topics.
As digital platforms become primary sources of information, cases like ANI vs Wikipedia underscore the need for clearer legal frameworks to handle misinformation and defamation in the online space.
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