SSC CGL 2020 PYQ — Question 48

SSC CGL - 6th March 2020 Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q48

Under which article of the Indian Constitution has the Supreme Court declared access to the Internet as a fundamental right?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 19.

  • The Supreme Court affirmed that access to the Internet is a fundamental right protected under Article 19 of the Constitution, albeit with certain limitations, emphasizing the importance and sanctity of freedom of the press.
  • Article 19 of the Constitution guarantees the freedom of speech, encompassing the liberty to express opinions without inhibition through various means such as verbal communication, written expression, electronic platforms, broadcasting, and the press.