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Explain the six Freedoms guaranteed under Article 19 of the Constitution of India.
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Solution
The six Freedoms guaranteed under Article 19 of the Constitution are explained below:
- Freedom of Speech and Expression:
This right helps a person to discover the truth. It enables us to participate in public activities “freedom of expression” also incorporates the freedom of the press. Where there is a question of interests of public order, the security of the State, decency or morality, their reasonable restrictions on this right can be imposed, - Freedom to assemble peaceably and without Arms:
The right of assembly is to be exercised peaceably and without arms as per the limitations concerned. However, the State is liable to impose reasonable restrictions in the interests ‘of public order or national integrity. - Freedom to form Associations and Unions:
The .citizens have the freedom to form associations or unions. The State may impose reasonable restrictions on this freedom in the interests of morality public order and the sovereignty and integrity of India. - Right to move freely: The citizens have the right to go anywhere in the territory of India. However, restrictions may be imposed oh the movement and travelling, so as to control an epidemic.
- Freedom to reside and settle in any part of India: Reasonable restrictions are imposed on this freedom in the interests of the general public or for the protection of the interests of the Scheduled Tribes.
- Right to practise any profession or to carry on any Occupation: Though this right allows all citizens to practise any profession or carry on any occupation, trade or business, yet the State may impose reasonable restrictions on this right in the interests of the general public. To carry on dangerous or immoral business is not allowed. Professional or technical qualification may be prescribed for practising any profession or carrying on the trade.
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