Drone Regulation and Ambit of IPC on Drone Crimes
Keshav Kumar S · Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research · 2018
Drones or Unmanned Aerial Vehicles were initially used in war, as their ability to be lethal, at the consequence of no man was desirable. It slowly, with some alterations, came to the knowledge of a common man as a technological gadget. These gadgets came into the light in society, when they were used for making spectacular shots in the field of Multi-Media. Since then, these gadgets have been the highlight in every commercial industry, as these machines could possibly be used for almost everything, spanning from surveillance, farming, multi-media, etc. The possibility of the use of these machines is not exhaustive, as their functioning enables creativity due to their remote maneuverability and ability to hold a recording device. The devices’ limitless capabilities have negative aspects as well, as they pose a great threat not just to the safety of public at large but also negatively impact the air traffic. Therefore in 2014, the Office of Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) gave out a public notice banning these technological machines from take-off until further policy/notice by the Authorities. The blanket ban on the use of these machines necessitated swift redressal by the authorities, which resulted in the issuance of a draft circular by the DGCA. This Paper seeks to review this policy for its efficiency and its role in protecting the public at large. The primary objective is to identify the policy and analyse its various clauses, to understand their practicality in light of the policy’s objective. The paper also analyses other laws, to identify their ambit on the subject.