OFFLINE EVENT ON HATE SPEECH: LAW VS RHETORIC

All Indian citizens are given the right to freedom of speech and expression under Article 19 (1)(a)(1) of the Constitution, but when misused, free speech can take the form of 'hate speech, which can have serious social and legal consequences. And in certain cases, by the time law enforcement agencies come into action, these speeches or texts have already affected a large number of people.

What are the exact laws governing hate speech? What does our justice system interpret as hate speech? Are the SC and HCs on the same page? As a lawyer, how do you present your case for or against?

To dive deeper into the topic, we invite you to LawSikho Dialogue’s offline, interactive event on ‘Hate Speech: Law vs Rhetoric’, at The Circle, Huda City Centre, Gurgaon on November 4, 2022, from 6.30-8.30 pm, with our speakers Manu Sharma (Independent legal professional and renowned criminal lawyer) and Ramanuj Mukherjee (CEO & Co-Founder, LawSikho).

1. Evolution of law/ genealogy regarding freedom of speech

2. Relevant legal provisions

3. Interpretation by SC and HCs

4. Potential for abuse

5. Bail

6. Way forward and possible amendments

Our objective is to prepare lawyers at all stages of their careers - young, mid-career, and experienced - so they may step forward and significantly improve the delivery of justice while also coming up with solutions to the problem of hate speech and how it affects India.