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: October 5th 2025 Authored By: Sahana Mirji Karnataka State Law University, Hubballi Abstract This article examines the constitutional and legal balancing act between hate speech and free speech within the Indian legal framework. Drawing on key Supreme Court rulings, including Pravasi Bhalai Sangathan, Shreya Singhal, Subramanian Swamy, and recent proceedings involving Ranveer Allahbadia
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Published On: October 4th 2025 Authored By: Kanaklata Singh Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University SRT Campus uttarakhand ABSTRACT Freedom of speech and expression guaranteed under Article 19(1)(a) of the indian constitution, is fundamental to democracy but subject to reasonable restrictions under Art 19(2) to protect public order, morality and prevent incitement . The rise of
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Published On: October 4th 2025 Authored By: Livinasree S School of Excellence in Law, The Tamilnadu Dr Ambedkar Law University, Chennai ABSTRACT The Indian Penal Code (1860) has been replaced with the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (“BNS”), which is one of the pillars of the government’s comprehensive criminal law overhaul. Along with the Bharatiya Nagarik
Published On: October 4th 2025 Authored By: Ayushi Mishra Renaissance Law College ABSTRACT: The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita which is also abbreviated in the form of BNS (2023) replaced the old criminal law i.e. the Indian Penal Code (IPC) 1860. Although, it’s not easy to formulate the new laws in the society as a sudden changes
