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Which of the following is a limitation on the right to freedom of speech under Article 19(2) of the Constitution of India?

hard MCQ 1 mark Class 9 · Political Science · Democratic Rights
  1. Public order
  2. Freedom of conscience
  3. Right to life
  4. Right to equality
Answer
Public order

The correct answer is Public order — Select the correct answer.

Step-by-step solution

  1. Identify Article 19(2) of the Constitution, which lists permissible restrictions on freedom of speech and expression.
  2. List the specific categories of restrictions (public order, decency, defamation, etc.).
  3. Compare each given option to the categories in Article 19(2).
  4. Determine that 'Public order' is the correct limitation mentioned in the article.
  5. Select the correct answer.
Common mistake: Believing all restrictions on speech are unconstitutional

Concept tested: Restrictions on freedom of speech

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