‘Preserve CCTV footage’: HC
High Court directs preservation of CCTV footage linked to an incident under inquiry, underscoring the evidentiary value of digital video records in criminal and judicial processes.
- Electronic records are part of the evidence framework and can be used in investigation and trial if preserved and authenticated.
- CCTV systems may automatically overwrite stored footage unless authorities act quickly to preserve relevant clips.
What happened
A High Court-related matter has stressed that CCTV footage connected to an incident under inquiry should be preserved. The court’s direction highlights the importance of safeguarding video evidence because such material can support investigation and later judicial scrutiny.
Why the issue matters
UPSC can frame the issue around the evidentiary value of CCTV footage, the duty to preserve material evidence, and the role of courts in protecting fair investigation and trial. The topic also links to the broader challenge of using technology for accountability while maintaining procedural fairness.
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