SC asks Centre to examine statutory safeguards for minors using social media

The Supreme Court on Monday asked the Centre to examine the possibility of putting a statutory framework requiring social media platforms and other digital intermediaries to comply with Indian laws governing minors, including the legal capacity of those below 18 to independently enter into contracts.

A three-judge bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and comprising Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana observed while hearing a plea filed by the Just Rights for Children Alliance (JRCA), seeking safeguards for children accessing social media and other digital platforms.