New Delhi: India’s Supreme Court on Tuesday slammed the media for its “media trial” of Muslims, saying it is a “dangerous trend” that is “poisoning” society.
The court’s ruling came in response to a petition filed by the Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind, a Muslim religious organization, which accused the media of bias against Muslims.
In its ruling, the court said that the media has a responsibility to report news in a fair and impartial manner. “The media should not engage in ‘media trial’,” the court said. “This is a dangerous trend that is poisoning society.”
The court also ordered the government to create a new set of guidelines for the media within three months.
Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind President Arshad Madani Welcomes Court’s Ruling
Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind President Arshad Madani welcomed the court’s ruling. “We welcome the court’s decision,” Madani said. “This is a victory for all Indians who believe in justice and equality.”
Madani said that the media’s bias against Muslims has led to a rise in Islamophobia in India. “The media has been playing a major role in spreading hatred against Muslims,” Madani said. “This ruling is a step in the right direction to stop this dangerous trend.”
Media Bias Against Muslims
The Supreme Court’s ruling is a major victory for Muslims in India, who have long complained of bias against them in the media. The ruling is also a setback for Hindu nationalists, who have often used the media to spread hatred against Muslims.
The ruling is likely to have a significant impact on the way the media reports on Muslims in India. It is possible that the media will become more cautious about reporting on Muslims in a negative light, for fear of being found in contempt of court.
Specific Examples of Media Bias
The petition filed by the Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind cited a number of specific examples of media bias against Muslims. These included:
- The use of inflammatory language and images to portray Muslims as being responsible for the spread of the COVID-19 virus.
- The reporting of isolated incidents of violence by Muslims as if they were representative of the entire community.
- The failure to report on positive stories about Muslims.
The court’s ruling did not specify any specific examples of media bias, but it did say that the media had a responsibility to avoid engaging in “media trials” that can damage the reputations of individuals and communities.
Impact of the Ruling
The Supreme Court’s ruling is a landmark decision that could have a significant impact on the way the media reports on Muslims in India. The ruling could help to reduce the level of bias against Muslims in the media, and it could also help to promote a more inclusive and tolerant society.
Conclusion
The Supreme Court’s ruling is a victory for Muslims in India and for all those who believe in freedom of speech and equality. The ruling is a reminder that the media has a responsibility to report news in a fair and impartial manner, and that it should avoid engaging in “media trials” that can damage the reputations of individuals and communities.
