Camelia Pasandaran – The Constitutional Court upheld Indonesia's controversial Anti-Pornography Law on Thursday, rejecting plaintiff's arguments that it failed to clearly define porn.

"The constitutional rights of the applicants are indeed being guaranteed, because it gives a good picture of the definition of porn," said Judge Achmad Sodiki.

"We should uphold morality and the national character, as well as respecting differences to protect people's dignity, and protecting women and children."

The court also said the law would not have a stifling effect on the arts, since it excludes artistic and cultural performances.

Judge Maria Farida Indrati dissented, however, saying the law failed to comprehend Indonesia's diversity. "The law cannot be implemented based on varying social norms," she said.

The judicial review was filed by a number of organizations, including the National Committee for Indonesian Youth and the South Minahasa Student and Youth Alliance.