- The right of information is now universally recognized fundamental right of peoples but the concerned should maintain the limits — The information should be correct, accurate, positive and for the purpose of guidance. This right or concession should not be misused for scandalizing, falsely propagating, disgracing or degrading the persons and institutions — ‘the press and nation rise and fall together’— media has to play important role in building of nation and institutions — if the media does not realize its responsibility and fail to watch and protect the national interest, it might have adverse effects — Instead of leading the nation to rise, it may create instability and hyperness — all concerned should realize their responsibilities and specially the positive information should be furnished for building the nation and restoring the public confidence in the institutions. Abdul Baseer Tajwar v. AJ&K P.S.C. & 2 others 2016 SCR 1599 (N)
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