SHORT ANSWER:
Indian courts assess the balance between freedom of speech and public order using Article 19(1)(a) and Article 19(2) of the Constitution.
DETAILS:
- Article 19(1)(a) guarantees the right to freedom of speech and expression.
- Article 19(2) allows the state to impose reasonable restrictions on this right in the interest of public order, security, and other factors.
- Courts evaluate the context of the speech, its impact on public order, and whether it incites violence or hatred.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If speech is found to violate public order, it may lead to legal action under IPC sections such as 124A (sedition) or 153A (promoting enmity).
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India
Related Questions: