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The law in the current form finds it's root in the Hate Speech Law
Section 295(A) enacted by the British Administration in India. This
act was brought about in the backdrop of a series of murders of
Arya Samaj leaders who polemicized against Islam. This started
in 1897 with the murder of Pandit Lekhram by a Muslim because
he had written a book criticizing Islam.[2] Koenraad Elst argues
that "Section 295A was not instituted by Hindu society, but
against it. It was imposed by the British on the Hindus in order to
shield Islam from criticism".[2] The murder series caught limelight in December, 1926 after the murder of Swami
Shraddhananda for the protection he gave to a family of converts
from Islam to Hinduism in addition to writing Hindu Sangathan,
Saviour of the Dying Race in 1926.[2][3]
Acknowledgement
In performing our assignment, I had to take the help and
guideline of some respected persons, who deserve my greatest
gratitude. The completion of this assignment gives me much
Pleasure. I would like to show our gratitude towards Prof. Rishika
Khare for giving me good guideline for assignment throughout
numerous consultations. I would also like to expand my deepest
gratitude to all those who have directly and indirectly guided me
in writing this assignment.
I would also like to express my gratitude towards the librarian of
my institution for providing me with the necessary books and
materials for the project.
Componats of article 19
Article 19 is the most important and key article which
embodies the basic freedoms. Article 19(1) provides
that all citizens shall have the right- (originally 7, now
6)
to freedom of speech and expression;
to assemble peaceably and without arms
; to form associations or unions;
to move freely throughout the territory of India
; to reside and settle in any part of the territory of India;
omitted by 44thamendment act. (it was right to
acquire, hold and dispose of property
Freedom of Assembley
Freedom of Assembly The constitution guarantees right to
hold meetings and take out processions. The processions
and meetings should be unarmed and peaceful. This right
may be restricted in the interest of the public order or
sovereignty and integrity of the country. This article has
also been reviewed an interpreted by the Supreme Court
many times. Its worth note that section 144 of the Subsection (6), of the Code of Criminal Procedure can be
imposed by the government in certain areas which makes
the assembly of 5 or more people an unlawful assembly.
This section was challenged in the supreme court via
Kamla Kant Mishra And ors. vs State Of Bihar And ors.
Case (1962), on the basis that it violates article 19(1) of
the constitution and thus is invalid. The Supreme Court in
its judgment held that power conferred upon the State
Freedom of Assocciation :The constitution declares that all citizens will have the right to form
associations and unions.
Freedom of Movement :- The freedom of movement is guaranteed by the
constitution and citizens can move from one state to another and
anywhere within a state. A person free to move from any point to any
point within the countrys territories. There are certain exceptions such as
Scheduled Tribes areas and army areas.
Freedom of Recidency :- An Indian Citizen is free to reside in any state
except Jammu & Kashmir. Again this is subject to certain restrictions.
Freedom of Trade & occupation The constitution of India guarantees each
Bibliography
Pandey, J. N., Constitutional Law of India, 42nd ed.
(2005), Central Law Agency, Allahabad
Tiwari, Dr. Mahendra, Freedom of press in India:
Constitutional Perspectives, (2006),
www.supremecourtcases.com.
http://www.gktoday.in/article-19-of-constitution-of-indiaand-freedom-of-speech/