Internet shutdowns have become one of the most controversial tools used by governments during periods of civil unrest. While authorities argue that digital blackouts help prevent violence and maintain public order, critics warn that they threaten constitutional freedoms, economic activity, and democratic accountability. This article examines the legal, strategic, and human rights dimensions of internet shutdowns and asks whether governments should possess the power to disconn

Can the state detain you without ever touching you? As digital surveillance, geofencing, and online restrictions expand, the concept of liberty is being redefined. This analysis explores whether “digital arrests” challenge constitutional protections and human rights in the modern era.