03Feb 2026

Karnataka Hate Speech Bill Stalled by Governor

Karnataka Hate Speech Bill Stalled Over Governor’s Referral Why in the News? The Karnataka Governor referred the Hate Speech and Hate Crime (Prevention) Bill, 2025 to the President of India, triggering a political row, with the State government alleging deliberate delay and the Opposition citing constitutional and democratic concerns. This move has sparked debates on …

15Jun 2024

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DELHI L-G SANCTIONS UAPA PROSECUTION OF ARUNDHATI ROY, HUSSAIN

Why in the news? Delhi L-G sanctions prosecution of Arundhati Roy and Sheikh Showkat Hussain under UAPA for alleged provocative speeches in 2010. FIR registered following court orders; speeches at “Azadi – The Only Way” conference discussed Kashmir separation from India. source:scribd About Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967 (UAPA): Enacted in 1967 to impose reasonable …

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Karnataka Hate Speech Bill Stalled by Governor

DELHI L-G SANCTIONS UAPA PROSECUTION OF ARUNDHATI ROY, HUSSAIN

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