17/07/2026
Article 19 gives every citizen the freedom to express their views. But no fundamental right is absolute.
Article 19(2) empowers the State to impose reasonable restrictions in the interests of:
• Sovereignty & Integrity of India
• Security of the State
• Friendly relations with foreign States
• Public Order
• Decency or Morality
• Contempt of Court
• Defamation
• Incitement to an offence
Freedom of speech is a constitutional right—not a licence to harm others or disturb public order.
Know your rights. Respect the law.