Freedom of Speech Quiz
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Where has the right to freedom of expression been recognized as a human right?

Universal Declaration of Human Rights and international human rights law by the United Nations

What does Article 19 of the UDHR state regarding the right to freedom of expression?

"everyone shall have the right to hold opinions without interference" and "everyone shall have the right to freedom of expression; this right shall include freedom to seek, receive, and impart information and ideas of all kinds, regardless of frontiers, either orally, in writing or in print, in the form of art, or through any other media of his choice"

What is the principle that supports the freedom of an individual or a community to articulate their opinions and ideas without fear of retaliation, censorship, or legal sanction?

Freedom of speech

How does the ICCPR amend Article 19 of the UDHR?

<p>By stating that the exercise of these rights carries &quot;special duties and responsibilities&quot; and may &quot;therefore be subject to certain restrictions&quot; when necessary &quot;[f]or respect of the rights or reputation of others&quot; or &quot;[f]or the protection of national security or of public order (ordre public), or of public health or morals&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term freedom of expression include in a legal sense?

<p>Any activity of seeking, receiving, and imparting information or ideas, regardless of the medium used</p> Signup and view all the answers

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