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Election Obligations & Standards Database

Issue

Hate Speech and Incitement to Violence


Election Parts

  • The Media

Criteria

  • Advocacy of national, racial, or religious hatred that constituted incitement to discrimination, hostility, or violence was prohibited by law, and the law was enforced
Summaries
  • Freedom of expression may only be restricted in limited cases, including when an expression seeks to destroy other established rights.
  • Freedom of expression may only be restricted in limited cases, including in the interest of protecting the reputation and rights of others.
  • Advocacy of national, racial, or religious hatred that constitutes incitement to discrimination, hostility, or violence should be prohibited by law.
  • A silent period may be instituted immediately in advance of polling day, allowing voters to exercise their franchise freely and without undue pressure.
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Election Obligations & Standards Database

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