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A Comprehensive Review Of Sedition Laws In India




Neha Singh Ranpuria, Amity University Madhya Pradesh


ABSTRACT


The provision related to sedition is defined under Section 124A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), has long been a subject of contention. It was introduced during colonial rule, the provision has often been carped at for being vague, overly broad, and prone to misuse against dissenters. In spite of judicial safeguards, sedition law continues to be invoked in contemporary India in ways that challenge democratic freedoms. This review article explores and define the historical evolution, judicial interpretations, current debates, and the growing demand for reform of sedition laws in India.


Keywords: Sedition law, Section 124A, Indian Penal Code, Kedar Nath Singh case, freedom of speech, constitutional law



Indian Journal of Law and Legal Research

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Abbreviation: IJLLR

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ISSN: 2582-8878

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Accessibility: Open Access

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License: Creative Commons 4.0

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