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6.8. Article 19 – Right to Freedom

 

6.8.1. Text6.8.2. Applicability6.8.3 Freedom of Speech and Expression6.8.4. Freedom of Assembly6.8.5. Freedom of Association6.8.6. Freedom of Movement6.8.7. Freedom of Residence6.8.8. Freedom of Profession6.8.9. Issues related to Rights under Article 196.8.9.2 Control of Social and Broadcast Media6.8.9.3. Freedom of Speech and Civil Servants6.8.9.4. SeditionViews of the Supreme CourtViews of the Law CommissionWay Forward6.8.9.5. Hate SpeechObservations of the CommitteeConcerns associated with Committee’s recommendations –Conclusion6.8.9.6 DefamationWhy it should be retained?Significance of this judgementWhy it should be retained?6.8.9.7 Banning of films and books6.8.9.8. Right to access internetInternet shutdowns ♤ Legislative provisions:Arguments againstSupreme Court’s observation On Internet shutdownOn Section 144 of CrPC:Conclusion6.8.9.9. Caste Rallies6.8.9.10. Right to strike in case of Govt. Officials