“Mentor’s comment”
- https://indianexpress.com/
article/opinion/columns/why- india-at-75-is-ready-for-a- sedition-less-future-7430939/ - In the intro, mention briefly about sedition and applicability of Section 124A of IPC.
- In the body, mention the issue such as conflict with the fundamental rights and freedom under Article 19, lack of provision for sedition as a reasonable restriction, lack of clarity on terms used in the Section and misuse by authority etc. In the suggestion mention striking down the Section, restriction the private complaints by citizens and authorising only senior officers to take action.
- Conclude by mentioning the need to reflect on whether India after 75 years of independence needs sedition provision.
Kindly review,
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Pradipti
Very nice attempt. Introduction is good.
Issues mentioned are also fine. Some points are repetitive- for example point no. 4 and 5 can be combined. You can further mention that sedition is classified as cognizable, non-bailable and non-compoundable. You can also add that too much power is in the hands of state machinery and the personnel on ground making arrests lack proper awareness about the law.It also goes against India’s international commitments as India has ratified the ICCPR.
Ways to deal and conclusion is good, not much changes required.
Keep practicing. 🙂