Supreme Court Criticizes Cartoonist for PM Modi, RSS Depictions

The Supreme Court recently expressed strong disapproval of cartoonist Hemant Malviya’s satirical portrayals of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). The court’s remarks came during a hearing where Malviya was seeking interim relief.

Court Grants Interim Relief While Reprimanding Cartoonist

While the court granted Malviya interim protection, it didn’t hold back its criticism of his work. The judges reportedly commented, “Hadd hai! Kuch bhi keh loge” (This is too much! You’ll say anything), expressing their displeasure with the content of the cartoons.

Controversy Surrounding the Cartoons

Malviya’s cartoons, which have been widely circulated online, have sparked considerable controversy. Critics argue that they cross the line of acceptable satire, while supporters defend them as an exercise of freedom of expression. The court’s decision to grant interim relief while simultaneously criticizing the cartoons highlights the complex interplay between artistic freedom and potential legal repercussions.