Published On: October 5th 2025 Authored By: Sonakshi Kumar Shankarrao Chavan law College Abstract This paper explores the complex relationship between hate speech and free speech, a central challenge in modern democratic societies. Article 19(1)(a) of the Indian Constitution guarantees the fundamental right to freedom of expression, although this right is not unqualified and may […]
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Published On: September 04th 2025 Authored By: Susmita Chatterjee Kolkata Police Law Institute (Calcutta University) ABSTRACT Under Article 19(1)(a) of the Indian constitution, gives people the right to freedom of speech, which is one of the most important elements of any democratic society. This Article provides citizens the liberty to express their opinions and also
Published on 05th August 2025 Authored By: Mandadapu Charitha Chowdary Indian Institute of Management, Rohtak Introduction Munawar Faruqui’s arrest last year after a comedy show started a debate across the country about what people can say.[1] Because of free speech in democracies, people can easily express themselves and take part in meaningful and informative debates.
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Published on 05th August 2025 Authored By: Shraddha Trivedi Indian Institute of Management, Rohtak Abstract Free speech in a democracy is not merely a right—it’s an act of breathing. But when that breath turns into a storm, threatening to suffocate the dignity of others, it becomes a weapon. India stands today at a legal and
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Published on 03rd August 2025 Authored By: Revant Upadhyay Aligarh Muslim University Abstract In a republic like India, free speech forms the foundation of public converse, citizen participation, and the growth of ideas. still, this right is n’t unbounded. The rise of hate speech — particularly in collaborative, estate- grounded, or online forms has raised
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