Supreme Court Sets Groundbreaking Guidelines for Disability Representation in Media, a Historic Milestone for Persons with Disabilities
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Supreme Court Sets Groundbreaking Guidelines for Disability Representation in Media, a Historic Milestone for Persons with Disabilities

Hindustan Times  

The Supreme Court has laid down the nine-point guidelines on the portrayal of disability in films and visual media, challenging the harsh and oppressive portrayal of people with disabilities in popular culture. The guidelines emphasize the principles of dignity, autonomy, and non-discrimination, affirming the principles of the UNCRPD. The ruling has far-reaching implications, shifting the discourse to the evolving nature of disability and urging filmmakers to create more inclusive and diverse representations of people with disabilities.

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