Author: Palak Jain

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Palak Jain has completed her post graduate studies in law, specializing in Criminal and Security Laws. Her acumen in research and comprehension of wide variety of legal provisions helps create a unique legal perspective. With a keen interest in legal writing, Palak is well equipped to handle legal matters with precision and expertise.

Ministry of Home Affairs

The Ministry of Home Affairs, in line with the safety and protection of journalists and media professionals, decided to form a standard operating procedure (SOP) considering the fact that it is a high-risk profession. Under the instructions of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the supervision of the Union Home Minister, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has decided to form and implement a SOP, or standard operating procedure, for safeguarding and protecting news reporters when they are following an accused or questioning them in police or jail custody. This was decided following the aftermath of three perpetrators, disguised as media…

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