Question 2GS2GS2
Just because a person is offended by someone's speech or word, it does not mean that an offence has been committed. In this context, discuss the issues surrounding the use of the section 295A and 153A of IPC.
Main Body
Section 295A and 153A of IPC deal with hate speech. The law comma defines hate speech as a verbal, written or symbolic speech which offends an individual by virtue of his/he belonging to a certain community.
Issues Surrounding Hate Speech
0Clause public disorder. [Eg] - Hardlowar Bhasma Kavad hate speech during minorty
0Target minorities, having communal sentiments. [Eg] - during Neoshteast Delhi riot.
3Call for violence. [Eg] - Zahir Malik speech against India & Hindu Uniform violence. However, hate speech remain convention as just because a freedom is offended, it does not mean an offence has been committed.
101 words2 paragraphs
Topper
ANUPRIYA RAI
AIR 2582025
Subject & Paper
GS2GS2
Topic
Indian Constitution - Historical Underpinnings, Evolution, Features, Amendments, Significant Provisions and Basic Structure
Fundamental Rights
Limitations on Right to Free Speech
Writing Stats
101
Total words
2
Paragraphs
formal_analytical
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