Question

Freedom of speech and expression are restricted in the Constitution on grounds of ________________.
I. defamation
II. contempt of court
III. protecting a scheduled tribe
IV. friendly relations with foreign states

• A. I, II and III
• B. II, III and IV
• C. I and IV
• D. I, II and IV

Answer 1

The correct option is D I, II and IV

Option D is the correct answer. Clause (2) of Article 19 of the Indian constitution enables the legislature to impose certain restrictions on free speech under following heads:

I. Security of the State

II. Friendly relations with foreign States

III. Public order

IV. Decency and morality

V. Contempt of court

VI. Defamation

VII. Incitement to an offence

VIII. Sovereignty and integrity of India