Critical Analysis Of The Interplay Between Sedition Law And Article 19

Ritik Kumar Ray, NMIMS

ABSTRACT

In India, it is imperative to say that due to such a large population and the presence of different socio-political interests and intellectual levels, citizens from different parts of the country may present or articulate their thoughts and opinions in various ways which may not adhere to the general consensus. The idea is to reach a broader perspective after analysing the thin line between the texts of the law and practical applicability where an individual becomes responsible or critical in using his or her right to freedom of speech and expression and articulating or presenting one’s views on current socio-political issues. The rise in filing of sedition cases throughout the country asks the citizens a serious question: whether individuals can present their thoughts without being too critical or inciting violence or causing an uproar. The intention is to analyse the in-depth understanding of the precedents and understanding different views on the provisions and applications of the Sedition Law and Article 19 to reach a ground of conclusion.