Which of the following is NOT a listed reasonable restriction on freedom of speech under Article 19(2)?
A{'text': 'Sovereignty and integrity of India', 'label': 'A'}
B{'text': 'Public order, decency or morality', 'label': 'B'}
C{'text': 'Contempt of court', 'label': 'C'}
D{'text': 'Prevention of tax evasion', 'label': 'D'}
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. {'text': 'Prevention of tax evasion', 'label': 'D'}
1. Article 19(2) sets out an exhaustive list of grounds for restricting free speech.
2. Grounds include sovereignty and integrity, security of the State, foreign relations, public order.
3. Also decency or morality, contempt of court, defamation and incitement to an offence.
4. Prevention of tax evasion is not one of the listed grounds and cannot justify a 19(2) restriction.
_Source: Constitution of India (as on May 2022), Part III, Art. 19(2)_
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