India, April 29 -- The Supreme Court of India on Wednesday declined to issue additional directions to curb hate speech, stating that the existing legal framework is sufficient and that the issue lies in enforcement rather than the absence of laws.

A Bench comprising Justice Vikram Nath and Justice Sandeep Mehta dismissed contempt petitions alleging non-compliance with its 2023 directions on hate speech cases.

The Court emphasised that creating new criminal offences falls strictly within the domain of the legislature. It observed that while constitutional courts can interpret laws and safeguard fundamental rights, they cannot legislate or compel Parliament and state legislatures to enact new provisions.

Highlighting existing remedies, t...