Karachi: The Sindh High Court (SHC) on Monday issued a notice to the federal government on a petition challenging the prevention of the Electronic Crimes Act (PECA), which to submit a response to the authorities within two weeks. Directed.
During the hearing, Chief Justice Shafi Siddiqui questioned the petitioner’s advice on the objections raised against the PECA, “If anyone spreads false news, should they not be punished? Do not be handled by some of the relevant authorities.
The petitioner’s lawyer argued that matters related to basic rights should be decided by the courts. The bench acknowledged the argument and suggested that matters related to constitutional questions may need hearing through a constitutional bench.
The court expressed hope of the arguments prepared in the next proceedings and issued notices to the concerned parties.
Packa, a controversial cybercrime law, media agencies and rights activists have frequently criticized, arguing that its provisions overcome freedom of expression and digital rights in Pakistan.
