Drishti IAS Founder Vikas Divyakirti Summoned Over Alleged Derogatory Remarks on Judicial Appointments

A Rajasthan court has summoned Drishti IAS founder Vikas Divyakirti over alleged remarks in a viral video claiming High Court judges are appointed through lobbying rather than merit.

The court took cognisance under Sections 353(2), 356(2), and 356(3) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, and Section 66A(B) of the IT Act, 2000, stating the comments were derogatory and beyond academic freedom.

Divyakirti denied making or approving the video, claiming it was possibly edited and uploaded without his consent by third parties.

The court held that the content showed disrespect toward the judiciary and judges, warranting further legal proceedings.