Right to Freedom · Indian Polity

The right to 'Freedom of the Press' in India is:

  1. Explicitly mentioned in Article 19(1)(a)
  2. An implied part of the freedom of speech
  3. A separate fundamental right under Article 21
  4. Found in the Preamble only
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Correct answer: An implied part of the freedom of speech

Unlike the US Constitution, the Indian Constitution does not explicitly mention freedom of the press. However, the Supreme Court has consistently held that it is an inherent part of the freedom of speech and expression under Article 19(1)(a).

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