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Navigating the Thin Line: India’s Constitutional Approach to Free Speech and Hate Speech

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Published on: 24th December, 2025 Authored by: RAMYA. V Sastra Deemed University Abstract Freedom of speech is a cornerstone right under the Indian Constitution, embodying the nation’s democratic ethos. However, with the increasing misuse of speech—particularly in the age of the internet and social media—the distinction between protected expression and hate speech has become contentious. […]

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Freedom of Speech vs Hate Speech in India: Finding the Constitutional Balance

Published on: 24th December, 2025 Authored by: I. SOUNDHARYA GOVERNMENT LAW COLLEGE, RAMANATHAPURAM Abstract This paper explores the complex relationship between freedom of speech and hate speech within the Indian constitutional framework. While Article 19(1)(a) guarantees the fundamental right to freedom of speech and expression, Article 19(2) imposes reasonable restrictions to preserve public order and