A whistleblower provided us with a cache of blocking orders for websites issued in India. These contain more than 64 documents and provide explanations for the blocking of about 4398 websites. #WhatTheBlock 1/6
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We are making them available as they form an essential resource for the public & researchers. As per our initial analysis a majority of website blocking is being done due to copyright claims and court orders. Confirms prior analysis. #WhatTheBlock 2/6
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This is in continuation of our past work on reforming the website blocking process which is secretive. Includes interventions on @telegram's web domain, @WeTransferand many more. #WhatTheBlock 3/6
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@telegram The scope and depth of this problem has been explained at length by @GurshabadGrove in a recent paper. Indicates several problems beyond the threshold issue of transparency. This is an impressive technical analysis we urge you to read it. 4/6
arxiv.org/abs/1912.08590
@telegram To seek reforms IFF is also conducting strategic litigation in the case of the satirical website, “Dowry Calculator” for @Plebeian42. This is presently pending adjudication before the Hon’ble High Court of Delhi. 5/6
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@telegram @Plebeian42 Reforming website blocking is complex, challenging and requires long term engagement for reform. Help us by donating today as a IFF member. #WeNeed50 this month. 6/6
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