Question

Which of the following statements is/are true with reference to the right to assembly provided in Article 19 of the Indian Constitution?

• A. The right to assembly is granted only in circumstances where no legislative recourse is available to citizens
• B. The assembly must be peaceable and unarmed, and subject to reasonable restrictions
• C. The concerned state government(s) must be informed well in advance of the circumstances of the assembly
• D. There is no limitation imposed on the right to assembly, since placing such restrictions violates India's democratic principles

Answer 1

The correct option is B The assembly must be peaceable and unarmed, and subject to reasonable restrictions

Article 19 of the Constitution grants six rights under the right to freedom. Citizens are granted the right to assemble peacefully without weapons. The Indian state can place reasonable restrictions on this right in the interests of the sovereignty and integrity of India, public order, or morality.