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The Supreme Court on Monday flagged a viral social media post that falsely quoted Chief Justice of India, DY Chandrachud and termed it as ‘fake’ and ‘ill-intended’. The apex court further directed that appropriate action will be taken against the perpetrators.

Reportedly, a post went viral which used CJI Chandrachud’s picture with a quote that urged the people of the country to protest against the ruling government. The post’s caption read, “Indian democracy Supreme Court Zindabad”.

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“We are trying our best to save the Constitution of India, the democracy of India. But your cooperation is also very important for this, all the people should unite and come out on the streets and ask the government for their rights, this dictatorial government will scare people, and threaten, but you don't have to be afraid, keep courage and ask the government to account, I am with you,” read the quote citing CJI Chandrachud.

In response to the post, a press note issued by the top court mentioned that no such post has been issued by the CJI, nor has he authorised any such post. The court refuted the authenticity of the message and further termed it as ‘fake’, ‘ill-intended’, and ‘mischievous’.

“It has come to the notice of the Supreme Court of India that a social media post (invoking the public to protest against authorities) using a file photograph and falsely quoting the Chief Justice India is being circulated.”

“The post is fake, ill-intended, and mischievous. No such post has been issued by the Chief Justice of India nor has he authorised any such post. Appropriate action is being taken in this regard with the law enforcement authorities,” the statement further added.

Solicitor General Tushar Mehta also termed the circulated message as fake and said that action will be taken against the perpetrators.