Unchecked hate speech embodies hatred & fosters fear and animosity. Does the problem of hate speech is India's stem from lack of laws or poor implementation of law?

Litigations called to hate speech are on rise in India. (NCRB Report) Hate speech refers to anything said orally or in written form which subjects any person, community to derogatory remarks. Reasons: a Lack of law? (1) India has sufficient number of laws to deal with hate speech. eg: Section 123A of IPC, National security act, etc (2) Various fundamental rights like Article 25, Article 19 etc through which people can seek justice. b Poor implementation of law? (1) Multiple problems exists at

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Litigations called to have speech are on rise in India. (NCRB Report). Hate speech refers to anything said orally or in written form which subjects any person, community to derogatory remarks.