The Supreme Court of India recently made a significant ruling overturning a Punjab and Haryana High Court decision that imposed a hefty ₹10 lakh cost on musician Vishal Dadlani and politician Tehseen Poonawalla for their tweets that were deemed as mocking a Jain monk. In a landmark judgment, the apex court highlighted that moral policing is not within the purview of the judiciary. The case stemmed from tweets posted by Dadlani and Poonawalla, which allegedly made fun of a Jain monk’s appearance. The High Court had imposed the cost as a form of punishment for their actions. However, the Supreme Court intervened, setting aside the cost and reiterating the importance of freedom of speech and expression. This ruling is significant as it reinforces the fundamental right to freedom of speech and expression enshrined in the Indian Constitution. The judgment serves as a reminder that individuals have the right to express their opinions and criticisms within the boundaries of the law. The Supreme Court’s decision has far-reaching implications for the protection of free speech in India and underscores the importance of upholding democratic values. This ruling sets a precedent for future cases involving freedom of expression on social media platforms and sends a strong message against the censorship of individuals’ opinions and beliefs.