Question

    The Constitution of India guarantees freedom of speech

    and expression. But the freedom is subject to certain reasonable restrictions imposed by the State. These restrictions may relate to which of the following? 1. Defamation 2. Decency or morality 3. Incitement to an offence Select the correct answer using the code given below :
    A 1 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 2 and 3 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 1 and 3 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 1, 2 and 3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Article 19 (2) of the Indian constitution enables the legislature to impose certain restrictions on freedom of speech under the following grounds: Security of the State Friendly relations with foreign states Public order Decency and morality Contempt of court Defamation Incitement to an offence Sovereignty and integrity of India

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