25Aug 2026

Vande Mataram: Patriotism & Constitutional Freedom

Vande Mataram: Patriotism, Dissent and Constitutional Freedom Why in the News ? The 2026 amendment extends criminal-law protection to Vande Mataram, prohibiting intentional obstruction or disruption of its singing. The debate has renewed questions about compulsory participation, religious conscience, freedom of expression, and the Supreme Court’s Bijoe Emmanuel precedent. Vande Mataram: Historical and Constitutional Status: …

01Aug 2026

SC Ruling: Profanity ≠ Obscenity in Free Speech

Supreme Court Defines Limits of Obscenity and Profane Speech Why in the News ? A Zero FIR was registered over allegedly offensive remarks against the Prime Minister, reviving debate on the distinction between obscenity, profanity, defamation, and free speech under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and constitutional law. Legal Issues Surrounding the FIR: A Zero …

24Jul 2026

Right to Protest vs Public Order in India

Balancing Right To Protest With Public Order And Law Why in the News ? The recent “Chalo Sansad” protest in New Delhi, followed by clashes between protesters and the Delhi Police, has revived the debate on the constitutional right to protest, the scope of police powers, and the legal framework governing the use of force …

23Jul 2026

Internet Shutdowns in India: Legal Framework

INTERNET SHUTDOWNS IN INDIA: LEGAL FRAMEWORK, CONSTITUTIONAL SAFEGUARDS AND CONTEMPORARY ISSUES Syllabus: GS – 3 – Internet , Communication in India Why in the News? : The article examines the legal and constitutional framework governing internet shutdowns in India, particularly in the context of the Delhi internet suspension during the ‘Chalo Sansad’ protest. It highlights …

21Jul 2026

Staging a Protest: Rights and Legal Restrictions

STAGING A PROTEST: RIGHTS, RESTRICTIONS IN THE LAW Why in the News? Thousands of people gathered in New Delhi for the Cockroach Janta Party’s proposed protest march to Parliament. Police stopped the protesters at multiple barricades near Parliament Street, using lathi charge and tear gas to disperse the crowd. The incident has reignited debate over …

14Nov 2025

Judiciary’s Role: Safeguarding Free Speech

Judiciary’s Crucial Duty to Safeguard Free Speech Syllabus: GS Paper -2 Fundamental Rights, Judgements & Cases Why in the News ? The recent Supreme Court refusal to quash an FIR against folk singer Neha Rathore for her social media posts following the Pahalgam attack has reignited concerns about free speech, judicial responsibility, and the misuse …

24Oct 2025

Article 19(1) Fundamental Rights for UPSC GS 2

The image represents the “Freedoms under Article 19(1) in India,” which are key Fundamental Rights. This topic is covered under GS Paper 2 (Polity and Governance – Indian Constitution, Fundamental Rights) in the UPSC syllabus. The subject name is “Indian Polity / Constitution – Fundamental Rights.

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Vande Mataram: Patriotism & Constitutional Freedom

SC Ruling: Profanity ≠ Obscenity in Free Speech

Right to Protest vs Public Order in India

Internet Shutdowns in India: Legal Framework

Staging a Protest: Rights and Legal Restrictions

Judiciary’s Role: Safeguarding Free Speech

Article 19(1) Fundamental Rights for UPSC GS 2

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