Internet Censorship
/ˈɪntərˌnɛt sɛnˈsərʃɪp/
Definitions
- (n.) The regulation or suppression of information, communication, or access to material on the internet by governments or private entities, often to control public discourse or restrict content deemed objectionable or harmful.
The government enacted internet censorship laws to block access to certain social media platforms during elections.
- (n.) Legal and regulatory frameworks that facilitate or mandate filtering, blocking, or removal of online content to comply with national security, copyright, or public morality concerns.
Internet censorship policies must balance national security interests with freedom of expression rights.
Forms
- internet censorship
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Commentary
Internet censorship involves complex legal balances between state interests and fundamental rights, requiring precise statutory language to avoid overbreadth and arbitrariness.
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