September 12, 2026

Section 42 – RPWD Act: Access to Information and Communication Technology

The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 — back to Table of Contents

Section 42. Access to information and communication technology

The appropriate Government shall take measures to ensure that,—

(i) all contents available in audio, print and electronic media are in accessible format;

(ii) persons with disabilities have access to electronic media by providing audio description, sign language interpretation and close captioning;

(iii) electronic goods and equipment which are meant for every day use are available in universal design.