Question

Explain the rights conferred under Right to Freedom (Article 19).

Answer 1

Article 19 (1) of the India constitution provides for six rights to freedom. each of these rights has exceptions to it provided in the Article itself. these rights are-

(a) Freedom of speech and expression. This right gives an individual right of speech and expression but is subjected to reasonable restrictions imposed in the interest of the sovereignty and integrity of India, Security of State, Relations with a foreign state, public order, decency or morality or about contempt of court, defamation or incitement to anoffense.

(b) To assemble peaceably and without arms. the State can make a law imposing, in the interests of the sovereignty and integrity of India or public order, reasonable restrictions on the exercise of the right.

(c) To form associations or unions, subject to reasonable restrictions.

(d) To move freely throughout the territory of India; subject to the reasonable restriction imposed in the interest of the general public or for the protection of the interest of any Scheduled Tribe.

(e) To reside and settle in any part of the territory of India; subject to the reasonable restriction imposed in the interest of the general public or for the protection of the interest of any Scheduled Tribe.

(g) To practice any profession, or to carry on any occupation, trade or business; subject to reasonable restrictions the state can make laws relating to.