Panel been setup for guidelines on seizure of e devices

Subject :Polity

Section: Constitution

Context: Panel being set up for guidelines on seizure of e-devices

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The Indian government has requested additional time to formulate guidelines for investigative agencies regarding the search and seizure of electronic devices such as phones and laptops.
An Additional Solicitor General informed the court that a committee is being established to address this matter, and guidelines will be developed.
The court, expressing concern over the delay, emphasized the need for a resolution and urged the government to expedite the process.
The case involves petitions asserting that current powers of investigative agencies lack regulation in the context of search and seizure of digital devices, emphasizing the absence of guidelines regarding what can be seized and accessed, as well as the protection of personal data.
The court has adjourned the hearing to December 14, expecting progress by then.