Media and Telecommunication Law: Legal Principles for the Digital Age by Dev Dhar Dubey is a contemporary and comprehensive guide to the rapidly evolving legal landscape governing media, digital communication, broadcasting, and telecom sectors in India. With a foreword by Dr. Asha Verma, this first edition addresses the legal, regulatory, and ethical challenges posed by the digital revolution, social media, OTT platforms, data transmission, and emerging communication technologies.
The book provides an in-depth analysis of media freedom, censorship, broadcasting regulations, telecom policies, data protection, cyber liability, and digital rights. Balancing theoretical foundations with practical case studies, it serves as an essential resource for law students, researchers, media professionals, telecom operators, and anyone seeking clarity in modern communication laws.
Key Highlights
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Covers major legal frameworks governing:
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Print & electronic media
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Social media & digital platforms
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Broadcasting & cable TV regulation
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Telecom networks & spectrum management
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OTT content governance
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Detailed discussion on:
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Freedom of speech & media ethics
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Censorship, defamation & content liability
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Fake news, misinformation & regulatory challenges
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IT Act, intermediary liability & digital compliance
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Cyber law intersections in media & telecom
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Includes contemporary topics such as:
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Data protection & privacy
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AI and automated communication
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Digital surveillance & user rights
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Case law supported explanations and real-world examples
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Ideal for:
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LL.B. & LL.M. students
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Media law and cyber law aspirants
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Journalism & mass communication students
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Telecom professionals & compliance officers
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UPSC Law Optional & Judicial Service candidates
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Presented in clear vocabulary with a modern, exam-oriented structure
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Authentic latest edition with a holographic seal ensuring genuineness
