New Delhi, June 7

Almost three years after the Supreme Court agreed to live-streaming of its proceedings, its e-committee led by Justice DY Chandrachud has come up with draft guidelines containing a regulatory framework for the purpose.

Matrimonial matters excluded

Draft rules made it clear that matrimonial matters, including transfer petitions arising thereunder, cases concerning sexual offences, including proceedings instituted under Section 376 (rape) of IPC, cases concerning gender-based violence against women among others will be excluded from live-streaming.

“The e-committee, Supreme Court of India envisages a judicial system which is more accessible, efficient and equitable for every individual who engages with the justice delivery system,” it announced on its website. The top court has invited suggestions on the draft guidelines by June 30.

The draft rules envisage installation of cameras in the courtroom covering at least five angles. A sub-committee comprising judges of the Bombay, Delhi, Madras and Karnataka HCs would frame model live-streaming rules. — TNS