CURRENT AFFAIRS

2019

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Under which Article of the Constitution of India media has the right to broadcast their news?
A
Article 19
B
Article 17
C
Article 16
D
Article 18
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The correct answer is Article 19 . Under Article 19 of the Constitution of India, the media has the right to broadcast their news.

Detailed explanation-2: -The freedom of speech under Article 19(1) (a) includes the right to express one’s views and opinions at any issue through any medium, e.g. by words of mouth, writing, printing, picture, film, movie etc.

Detailed explanation-3: -Broadcasting is part of right to freedom of speech and expression provided by Article 19(1) of the Indian Constitution and various Supreme Court decision like Secretary, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting v.

Detailed explanation-4: -Freedom of press or media refers to the rights given by the Constitution of India under the freedom and expression of speech in Article 19(1)(a). It encourages independent journalism and promotes democracy by letting the people voice their opinions for or against the government’s actions.

Detailed explanation-5: -Article 19 ( 1) (g) of Constitution of India provides Right to practice any profession or to carry on any occupation, trade or business to all citizens subject to Art. 19 (6) which enumerates the nature of restriction that can be imposed by the state upon the above right of the citizens.

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