{"id":14734,"date":"2023-11-03T12:09:39","date_gmt":"2023-11-03T12:09:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=14734"},"modified":"2024-01-29T09:38:57","modified_gmt":"2024-01-29T09:38:57","slug":"manipur-internet-shutdowns-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-03rd-august-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/manipur-internet-shutdowns-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-03rd-august-2023\/","title":{"rendered":"Manipur internet shutdowns &#8211; UPSC Daily Editorial Analysis &#8211; 03rd August 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-essay?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Banner&amp;utm_campaign=Essay\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/10.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42412\" srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/10.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/10-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/10-585x137.png 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-essay?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Link&amp;utm_campaign=Essay\">UPSC Essay Course<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The frequent internet shutdowns in Manipur present a dire and concerning situation that demands immediate attention and analysis. These disruptions have become a recurring issue, severely impacting the daily lives of the people and hindering the region&#8217;s economic, educational, and social progress. The editorial analysis should delve into the underlying causes of these shutdowns, their implications on the local population, and the need for a balanced approach that addresses security concerns without compromising citizens&#8217; fundamental rights and access to information. It should also emphasize the importance of finding sustainable and non-disruptive solutions to maintain peace and stability in the region while upholding democratic values and freedoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag<\/strong>: GS Paper-2: Indian Constitution; Government Policies and interventions.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d5495dc285c\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" 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View:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/manipur-internet-shutdowns-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-03rd-august-2023\/#Context\" title=\"Context:\">Context:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/manipur-internet-shutdowns-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-03rd-august-2023\/#Decoding_the_editorial\" title=\"Decoding the editorial:&nbsp;\">Decoding the editorial:&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/manipur-internet-shutdowns-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-03rd-august-2023\/#Internet_shutdowns_deepen_the_digital_divide\" title=\"Internet shutdowns deepen the digital divide\">Internet shutdowns deepen the digital divide<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/manipur-internet-shutdowns-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-03rd-august-2023\/#Internet_shutdowns_affect_fundamental_rights\" title=\"Internet shutdowns affect fundamental rights\">Internet shutdowns affect fundamental rights<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/manipur-internet-shutdowns-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-03rd-august-2023\/#Internet_shutdowns_have_real_economic_costs\" title=\"Internet shutdowns have real economic costs\">Internet shutdowns have real economic costs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/manipur-internet-shutdowns-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-03rd-august-2023\/#Accountability_for_shutdowns\" title=\"Accountability for shutdowns\">Accountability for shutdowns<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/manipur-internet-shutdowns-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-03rd-august-2023\/#Lessons_from_the_past\" title=\"Lessons from the past\">Lessons from the past<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/manipur-internet-shutdowns-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-03rd-august-2023\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/manipur-internet-shutdowns-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-03rd-august-2023\/#FAQ_1_Why_do_internet_shutdowns_frequently_occur_in_Manipur\" title=\"FAQ 1: Why do internet shutdowns frequently occur in Manipur?\">FAQ 1: Why do internet shutdowns frequently occur in Manipur?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/manipur-internet-shutdowns-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-03rd-august-2023\/#FAQ_2_How_do_internet_shutdowns_affect_the_people_of_Manipur\" title=\"FAQ 2: How do internet shutdowns affect the people of Manipur?\">FAQ 2: How do internet shutdowns affect the people of Manipur?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/manipur-internet-shutdowns-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-03rd-august-2023\/#FAQ_3_Are_there_any_legal_provisions_for_internet_shutdowns_in_Manipur\" title=\"FAQ 3: Are there any legal provisions for internet shutdowns in Manipur?\">FAQ 3: Are there any legal provisions for internet shutdowns in Manipur?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/manipur-internet-shutdowns-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-03rd-august-2023\/#FAQ_4_What_steps_can_be_taken_to_address_the_issue_of_frequent_internet_shutdowns_in_Manipur\" title=\"FAQ 4: What steps can be taken to address the issue of frequent internet shutdowns in Manipur?\">FAQ 4: What steps can be taken to address the issue of frequent internet shutdowns in Manipur?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/manipur-internet-shutdowns-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-03rd-august-2023\/#FAQ_5_How_can_individuals_and_businesses_in_Manipur_prepare_for_internet_shutdowns\" title=\"FAQ 5: How can individuals and businesses in Manipur prepare for internet shutdowns?\">FAQ 5: How can individuals and businesses in Manipur prepare for internet shutdowns?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/manipur-internet-shutdowns-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-03rd-august-2023\/#In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\" title=\"In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;\">In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/manipur-internet-shutdowns-upsc-daily-editorial-analysis-03rd-august-2023\/#Visit_our_YouTube_Channel_%E2%80%93_here\" title=\"Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here\">Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exam_View\"><\/span><strong>Exam View<\/strong>: <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Internet shutdowns deepen the digital divide; Internet shutdowns affect fundamental rights; Internet shutdowns have real economic costs; Accountability for shutdowns; Lessons from the past.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Context\"><\/span><strong>Context<\/strong>: <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Nearly three months after an internet shutdown was first imposed across Manipur, people in the state still do not have unhampered access.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">&nbsp;<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"350\" height=\"195\" data-src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/H89pvduQHd2IE7z8cl6KZw7qN79bzgCrocUqjWYkT_vcT6SnmmG_VD4x677L1iza90_dhIQqZw0Cdb_JTXNVMmdKhyQiuJaTH_5q5ET6ZP6KaQEpcxVnQZrg7f4NbZ5q6sx8ysW1tuc7sq3vW5Ejz48\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 350px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 350\/195;\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"351\" height=\"175\" data-src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/Dr32oDVW0HzQn4uweab7Q1NrRg74x6zpZBO8f0AdCYUFV9tIG2hu2ayn1UqIeo0bHIJ9Jdhwfx2ia2vezYNtNrm_2oeeGUYaPuNbRyz-lya_RzSU8VAAnQ9J52xIXBZTgLvobvDLEq_XxjA9ebjdDmQ\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 351px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 351\/175;\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Decoding_the_editorial\"><\/span><strong>Decoding the editorial:&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Internet_shutdowns_deepen_the_digital_divide\"><\/span><strong>Internet shutdowns deepen the digital divide<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>Mobile internet services in Manipur remain suspended. These services<ul><li>have far greater penetration than broadband and Wi-Fi, particularly in rural areas, and&nbsp;<\/li><li>are used by the majority of internet subscribers (more than 90 percent).&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>On July 25, the Manipur government permitted certain types of limited and conditional access following some of the recommendations of an expert committee.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Permitted Internet Lease Line or Fibre to the home connections is limited to a small section (less than five percent), and largely urban institutional users.&nbsp;<\/li><li>As a result, this disproportionately hurts those with fewer resources and only deepens the digital divide. It contradicts the government\u2019s vision of a Digital India.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Internet_shutdowns_affect_fundamental_rights\"><\/span><strong>Internet shutdowns affect fundamental rights<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ban on social media continues in Manipur. Internet access is also conditional on MAC Address binding, static IPs, and a ban on Virtual Private Networks.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Rights to free expression, freedom of assembly, and privacy&nbsp;<\/strong><ul><li><strong>Greater monitoring of all online activities<\/strong> and tracing of the user\u2019s location impedes the <strong>exercise of fundamental rights <\/strong>amid a crisis when people\u2019s need for them is even more pressing.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Right to carry out one\u2019s trade or profession through the internet<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li>It is a fundamental right as per the Supreme Court, which has become affected.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Unreasonable restrictions<\/strong><ul><li>Fundamental rights can only be limited in a reasonable and proportionate manner.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Restricting people\u2019s ability to connect, and then effectively bringing all the ways in which they can connect under surveillance, is neither reasonable nor proportionate.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Right to information<\/strong><ul><li>Lack of access to an open and secure internet and social media affects the flow of information from and to the state, weakens reporting, and therefore the ability to bring those responsible for the ongoing violence to account.<\/li><li>People\u2019s ability to share and verify information, and access online civic spaces has also become limited.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Internet_shutdowns_have_real_economic_costs\"><\/span><strong>Internet shutdowns have real economic costs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>These impact individuals as well as the country at large.<\/li><li>The six-month communication blockade in Kashmir in 2019 left more than five lakh people unemployed, and Rajasthan saw losses of Rs 800 crore due to shutdowns over one month in 2021.&nbsp;<\/li><li>In 2016, a Brookings paper estimated that India suffered a loss of Rs 7,932 crores due to shutdowns between July 2015 and June 2016.&nbsp;<\/li><li>These figures understate the problem, not just because <strong>all shutdowns are not reported<\/strong>, but also because they do not include the unorganized<strong> sector<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Accountability_for_shutdowns\"><\/span><strong>Accountability for shutdowns<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-normal-font-size\">Shutdowns are often imposed by state authorities<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-normal-font-size\">.<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"230\" height=\"262\" data-src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/yYDpwfLEKu2s211pmvnxzGtDR8SWLemewkJSk9eH2Spbt6OBf-Ybk_ApU9eIshFo8aCERH-UO0Ks_HzHl63qEzaF4bLH1WbH2YJ0uh1zewvQyrwsRDGbhVU_IdyzQGbFGILE__r_bn9vjLci-KUPyBI\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 230px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 230\/262;\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-normal-font-size\">The responsibility to reform the legal framework authorising the imposition of shutdowns through the Telegraph Act and its rules, and implement rights-respecting changes, rests with the central government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-normal-font-size\">Impunity and lack of answers from authorities remain an issue.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-normal-font-size\">On July 26, the central government was asked in the Lok Sabha about the number of shutdowns in the last three years, estimated losses, and whether it intended to do anything to minimize these, eliciting recrimination and no concrete answers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lessons_from_the_past\"><\/span><strong>Lessons from the past<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>The Manipur government needs to recall the lessons from the Jammu and Kashmir communications blockade of 2019-2020.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Union government had initially imposed a complete internet shutdown for six months, and gradually lifted suspensions after a court intervention, starting with painfully ineffective 2G connections, blocking VPNs and social media.&nbsp;<\/li><li>However, the government is simultaneously ignoring the law that resulted from the Kashmir shutdown. The Government of India revoked the special status, or autonomy, granted under Article 370 of the Indian Constitution to Jammu and Kashmir.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Supreme Court in the Anuradha Bhasin judgment held that shutdowns violate fundamental rights, and may be imposed only when it is proportional, reasonable, necessary, and the least restrictive measure. It continues to be ignored.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/opinion\/columns\/manipur-internet-shutdown-kashmir-8864472\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Indian Express<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ_1_Why_do_internet_shutdowns_frequently_occur_in_Manipur\"><\/span><strong>FAQ 1: Why do internet shutdowns frequently occur in Manipur?<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Answer:<\/em> Internet shutdowns in Manipur are often enforced by government authorities due to security concerns, particularly in response to civil unrest, protests, or threats to public safety. The shutdowns are intended to prevent the spread of misinformation and curb communication among potential troublemakers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ_2_How_do_internet_shutdowns_affect_the_people_of_Manipur\"><\/span><strong>FAQ 2: How do internet shutdowns affect the people of Manipur?<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Answer:<\/em> Internet shutdowns have significant adverse effects on the people of Manipur. They disrupt daily life, hinder access to vital information, impede education, limit economic activities, and restrict communication with friends and family. These shutdowns have both short-term and long-term consequences for the local population.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ_3_Are_there_any_legal_provisions_for_internet_shutdowns_in_Manipur\"><\/span><strong>FAQ 3: Are there any legal provisions for internet shutdowns in Manipur?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Answer:<\/em> Internet shutdowns in Manipur are often implemented under Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), which allows local authorities to impose restrictions on gatherings and communication during emergencies. However, these shutdowns must adhere to legal guidelines and be proportionate to the situation, as ruled by the Supreme Court of India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ_4_What_steps_can_be_taken_to_address_the_issue_of_frequent_internet_shutdowns_in_Manipur\"><\/span><strong>FAQ 4: What steps can be taken to address the issue of frequent internet shutdowns in Manipur?<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Answer:<\/em> To address this issue, it is essential for both the government and civil society to work together. Authorities should consider more targeted measures that don&#8217;t disrupt the entire internet infrastructure. Public awareness and advocacy campaigns can also help highlight the negative impact of shutdowns, leading to greater accountability and more balanced decision-making.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ_5_How_can_individuals_and_businesses_in_Manipur_prepare_for_internet_shutdowns\"><\/span><strong>FAQ 5: How can individuals and businesses in Manipur prepare for internet shutdowns?<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Answer:<\/em> While individuals and businesses cannot prevent shutdowns, they can prepare by keeping essential information offline, having alternative communication methods in place, and supporting local initiatives that advocate for the responsible use of internet shutdowns. 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