The Intersection of Hate and Free Speech: A Liberal Democratic Perspective
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2024-07
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National Law University and Judicial Academy, Assam
Abstract
This dissertation undertakes an extensive legal and socio-constitutional analysis of the
right to free speech in India, specifically focusing on the regulation of hate speech. The
primary legal framework consists of Article 19(1)(a) of the Indian Constitution, which
guarantee free speech, alongside the restriction permitted under Article 19(2) that allow
the state to impose reasonable restrictions in the interest of sovereignty, security, public
order, decency, morality, or in relation to defamation and incitement to an offense. The
research critically examines how these constitutional provisions have been interpreted
and applied by Indian courts to address the challenges of hate speech, which often
undermines social harmony and individual dignity.
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Dissertation submitted to National Law University and Judicial Academy, Assam in partial fulfilment for award of the degree of MASTER OF LAWS
ONE YEAR LL.M. DEGREE PROGRAMME
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Annu Kumar
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