
The Delhi High Court has mandated the removal of social media posts that questioned the legitimacy of Anjali Birla’s UPSC qualifications. Anjali Birla, the daughter of Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, had faced allegations on various platforms claiming she had not genuinely cleared the UPSC Civil Services Examination.
Court’s Decision
The court, addressing the defamation and misinformation spread through these posts, ruled that they were damaging to Anjali Birla’s reputation. Justice Prathiba M. Singh ordered that the defamatory content be removed from platforms like Twitter and Facebook, stating that such unverified claims could cause irreparable harm to the individual’s personal and professional life.
Background
Anjali Birla cleared the UPSC exam in 2019 and was selected through the Consolidated Reserve List. Despite this, false accusations suggesting she had bypassed the standard process to secure her position circulated online, leading her to seek legal redress.
Implications
This ruling underscores the court’s commitment to protecting individuals from defamation and the spread of misinformation on social media. The decision also serves as a reminder of the responsibilities of social media users to ensure that the information they share is accurate and verified.
By taking a firm stance against the spread of unverified allegations, the Delhi High Court aims to uphold the dignity and integrity of individuals in public life while maintaining the importance of accountability and truthfulness in public discourse.