Democracy thrives on disagreements; critical and dissenting voices make a society vibrant. In your opinion, do limitations on hate speech infringe right to freedom of speech and expression? Discuss how hate speech impacts the society and ways to restrain it.
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A foundational democratic principle is the ability to disagree, dissent and voice opposition. However, when such critical voices turn into hate speech, the boundaries of legitimate discourse are crossed.
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Do limitations on hate speech infringe right to freedom of speech and expression? FR | DPSP 2) one justiciable (art.18 and 12) | are nonjusticiable (art.37) 3) are in force by own | required legislation for their implementation 4) laws will be set aside on the ground of inconsistency with FRs. (Art.13) | cannot declare a law void for the contravention of DPSPs 5) Political rights | socio-economic rights. Based on the creative interpretation and the harmonious construction principle, the courts should try for giving harmonious effect to FR and DPSP.
RISHABH YADAV
Indian Constitution - Historical Underpinnings, Evolution, Features, Amendments, Significant Provisions and Basic Structure
Fundamental Rights
Freedom of Expression and Reasonable Restrictions
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