Question

Which of the following is not specifically mentioned in Article 19 of the constitution?
A. Freedom of speech and expression
B. Freedom to assemble peacefully without arms
C. Freedom to move freely
D. Freedom to the press

Answer 1

Hint: Constitution is a body of established precedents or fundamental principles according to which a state is acknowledged to be governed.

Complete answer:
Article 19 of the constitution covers
All citizens shall have the right—
 (a) to freedom of speech and expression;
 (b) to assemble peaceably and without arms;
 (c) to form associations or unions;
 (d) to move freely throughout the territory of India;
 (e) to reside and settle in any part of the territory of India;
 (g) to practice any profession, or to carry on any occupation, trade, or business

Nothing of these clauses shall affect the operation of any existing law, or prevent the state from making any law related to defamation, sedition, slander, or any other matter which offends against decency or morality. Article 19 of the constitution provides freedom of speech which is the right to express one’s opinion freely without any fear through oral/written / electronic/broadcasting/press.

Freedom of Press- Freedom of the media is the concept that communication and speech through different media, including print and electronic media, especially published materials should be considered the right to be freely exercised. The absence of intervention from an overreaching state implies such freedom; its preservation can be pursued by constitutional or other legal protection and security.
The right answer to this is Freedom to Press.

Hence the correct answer is option ‘D’.

Note:In India, freedom of the press is implied from the freedom of speech and expression guaranteed under Article 19(1)(a) of the Constitution of India. It is not specifically mentioned in this Article.