The Centre was today directed by the Delhi High Court to file its response to a PIL alleging that the Censor Board (CBFC) in connivance with film makers is allowing "double meaning" dialogues, "foul language and sex scenes" to be exhibited in films.
A bench of Acting Chief Justice B D Ahmed and Justice Vibhu Bakhru asked Additional Solicitor General (ASG) to file an affidavit within two weeks making its stand clear on the issue raised in the petition on the functioning of Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
In the petition, social activist Teena Sharma sought a CBI inquiry into the functioning of the Censor Board.
She alleged that it was "working hand-in-glove with filmmakers, allowing double meaning dialogues, foul language and sex scenes to be exhibited in films."
Citing some Bollywood films, the petitioner said, "I demand a thorough explanation about how these movies are fit for public viewing under 'U/A' or 'A' certificates, as it is in clear violation of the Cinematograph Act, the Young Persons (Harmful Publications) Act, and the Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act."
The bench listed the matter for October 9.
