Under which article of the Constitution of India is the freedom of the press implicitly covered?
Question and options
Under which article of the Constitution of India is the freedom of the press implicitly covered?
- Article 19
- Article 20
- Article 21
- Article 22
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A - Article 19
Freedom of the press is not expressly mentioned but is implicit in freedom of speech and expression under Article 19(1)(a), as held in Romesh Thapar and Sakal Papers.
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