I may not agree with what you have to say, but I will defend

to the death your right to say it.

[Crack the code: 1. Opinion differences 2. Freedom of speech]

Outline:

1. Introduction

2. Emergence of freedom of speech from the difference of opinion

3. Importance of difference of opinion for the evolution of world

i. Formation of social contract theory: basis of political system of the

world
ii. The evolution and dissemination of ideas: genius through reasoning
not by thinking
iii. Good for intellectual diversity: Solution of many problems and leads
to better outcomes

4. Importance of freedom of speech: a defender of right to say

i. Raise voice for human rights

ii. Criticism on Government Policies
iii. Ensuring the continuation of Democratic setup
iv. Facilitating the Independence of Judiciary
v. Consensus building against terrorist organizations
vi. Improve governance
vii. Voice for Accountability and transparency
viii. The reflection of the true spirit of any nation

5. Misused of freedom of speech creates anarchy, intolerance and

disintegration in the society
6. Many hurdles in the way of freedom of speech: Immoral legislation,
banned organization and despotic ruler

7. How to ensure freedom of speech

i. Boost the education: give voice to voiceless

ii. Formulation of inclusive polices and its implementation
iii. Promotes the social media as a tool for awareness and as a platform
for the freedom of speech

8. Wonders of right to freedom of speech in Pakistan: a case study

9. Conclusion
1. No freedom of speech is absolute in nature. [ky azadiyey raiye pori terh
qudrat my ni paya jata] (Conceptualizing freedom of speech and its
historical dimension)

2. Free and fair media is the ultimate test for country's freedom of speech.
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3. Pakistan is trying to find balance between maintaining stability and

ensuring freedom of speech.

4. I may not agree with what you have to say, but I will defend to the
death your right to say it. (opinion differences but protection of that
opinion)

Freedom of speech:

 Defense of the freedom of others is self-defense

 Intolerance if not satisfied
 Failure to progress if no freedom of speech( no criticize,
stagnant thoughts, follow superstition, no difference of
opinion)/No genius man become animal
 Difference generates new opinion like philosophy this makes
the society more tolerant
 Unbridled freedom causes extremism, killing, fatwa, violence
 Help civil society, women empowerment, judiciary
independence, environment
 Pularlism and tolerant
 Reasoning makes society enlightend industrialized innovation
invention etc
 Lead towards national integration or disintegration
 Freedom of opinion without free of any legal action or censorship
 Human right
 Not absolute as it binds with number of restrictions: common limitations or
boundaries to freedom of speech relate
to libel, slander, obscenity, pornography, sedition, incitement, fighting words, hate
speech, classified information, copyright violation, trade secrets, food labeling, non-disclosure
agreements, the right to privacy, dignity, the right to be forgotten, public security, and perjury.
 Without freedom of speech , formulation of good laws become
difficult, no justice achieve, government may become authoritarian,
Education and ethical conduct were crushed
 As a general principle freedom of expression may not limit the right
to privacy, as well as the honor and reputation of others.
 Fundamental in democracy
 World Bank, indicates that freedom of speech, and the process of
accountability that follows it, have a significant impact on the quality
of governance of a country. "Voice and Accountability" within a
country,
 Able to select government, freedom of association and free media
 Harmful and offensive content
 Limitations based on time, place, and manner apply to all speech, regardless of the view
expressed
 Speech on the Internet can be unfiltered, unpolished, and unconventional, even emotionally
charged, sexually explicit, and vulgar

 Internet censorship: A widely publicized example of internet censorship is the

"Great Firewall of China"
 Offences: In some countries, people are not allowed to talk about certain things
such as Lèse-majesté which is an offence against the dignity of a reigning sovereign
or against a state. Doing so constitutes an offence. For example, Saudi Arabia is
responsible for executing journalist Jamal Khashoggi in 2018. As he entered the Saudi
embassy in Turkey, a team of Saudi assassins killed him.[103] Another Saudi writer, Raif
Badawi, was arrested in 2012 and lashed
 PERSUADED that the right to freedom of expression is essential for the
development of knowledge and understanding among peoples, that will lead
to a true tolerance and cooperation among the nations of the hemisphere
 All are equal in expressing view
  Right of privacy that everyone keeps their data confidential
  Themurder, kidnapping, intimidation of and/or threats to social
communicators, as well as the material destruction of communications
media violate the fundamental rights of individuals and strongly restrict
freedom of expression.
 The exercise of power and the use of public funds by the state, the granting
of customs duty privileges, the arbitrary and discriminatory placement of
official advertising and government loans, the concession of radio and
television broadcast frequencies, among others, with the intent to put
pressure on and punish or reward and provide privileges to social
communicators and communications media because of the opinions they
express threaten freedom of expression, and must be explicitly prohibited
by law.  The means of communication have the right to carry out their role
in an independent manner
 Inclusion, Integration, Neutrality, Transparency, Accountability, Commitment to
Democracy, Rule of Law, Objectivity, Non-Discrimination
 Through legislation
 Hurdles are govt. religious ulema, banned organization, elite or powerful people,
badmash
 Politically harrass by officials or killed people
 Human right organziation

Free and Fair media:

 freedom of the media is the fundamental principle that communication and expression
through various media, including printed and electronic media, especially published
materials, should be considered a right to be exercised freely. 
 The right to freedom of expression is particularly important
for media,
 absence of interference from an overreaching state; its preservation may be sought
through constitution or other legal protection and security.
 Information of country’s national interest must be preserved

 One tool widely used by the government is to cut off 'unfriendly' media from governmental
advertising. 
 Using draconian laws the government has also banned or officially silenced popular
television channels.
 Restricted to certain website
 corrects abuses of power

Facts, definition, quote:

The World Press Freedom Index 2021, compiled by Reporters Without Borders, shows that
journalism is completely blocked or severely restricted in 73 countries and restricted in 59 others.

For example, in Austria, defaming Muhammad, the prophet of Islam, is not protected as free speech.

Article 19 of the UDHR states that "everyone shall have the right to hold opinions without
interference" and "everyone shall have the right to freedom of expression; in writing or in print, in the
form of art, or through any other media of his choice"

proposed by John Stuart Mill in On Liberty, which suggests that "the only purpose for which power
can be rightfully exercised over any member of a civilized community, against his will, is to prevent
harm to others"

Thomas I. Emerson  "The principle of open discussion is a method of achieving a more adaptable
and at the same time more stable community, of maintaining the precarious balance between
healthy cleavage and necessary consensus"

I MAY DISAPPROVE WHAT YOU SAY, BUT I WILL DEFEND TO THE DEATH YOUR RIGHTS TO SAY IT.
(the topic is linked with the fundamental right of freedom of speech & in a sense, to the difference of
opinion in a civilized manner)

Freedom of speech is an inalienable right of man. The fundamental right to Freedom of Speech has
gradually become the most crucial factor that needs to be taken into account by the policy makers.

1- Why Freedom of Speech is important, because it leads to:

Social Evolution

The dissemination of ideas

Accountability of leaders

Criticism on Government Policies

Raise voice against despotism

Curb the use of Force

Trigger the response toward humanitarian crisis

The reflection of the true spirit of any nation

Promote environmental management to save the planet Earth

Stop the involvement of leadership in secret diplomacy

Respect for human rights

The difference of opinion is good for intellectual diversity

2- The right to Freedom of Speech has done wonders in Pakistan as well. It can be credited for:

Ensuring the continuation of Democratic setup

Facilitating the Independence of Judiciary

Consensus building against terrorist organizations

Formulation of effective Foreign Policy

Highlighting the grievances of depressed beings

3- However, this fundamental right of Freedom of Speech is prone to be misused in following ways:

Growing intolerance

Populist tendencies

Centralized control of Media by manipulators

Misinformation campaigns on Social Media which create Hate Speech

Media persons try to influence Public Opinion for propaganda setting

4- To prevent the misuse of Free Speech, following steps should be taken on priority basis:
Implementation of a code of conduct for Journalists

Engagement with Social Media search engines & Apps to stop misinformation

Strengthening of Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority

Collaboration with NGOs to counter fake news

Education of people to effectively use their right of Freedom of Speech

Curbing of elements in Media serving their personal vendettas

Instead of curtailing the fundamental right of Freedom of Speech, steps should be taken to
eliminate its misuse.

[ ] Introduction:
• Evolution of mankind
• Emergence of human rights and duties
• Right to speak freely is an inherent right which is to protected at all costs;however, the
right is not absolute
[ ] Why the right to speak is to be defended to death:
• Difference of opinion is bound to happen:
1. Cognitive abilities of mankind
2. Globalisation of world affairs
3. Different religions and beliefs
4. Different cultures and nationalities
• Recognition under the constitution of Pakistan
• Peaceful coexistence
• Pluralistic society
• Pretext to equality
• Difference between humans and animals
• Innovative solutions
• Diversity is the beauty of mankind
• Independent media ensures accountability
• Repercussions if the right is not provided
1. Frustration among masses
2. Authoritarian regimes
3. Terrorism
[ ] Is the right ti speak freely absolute? No
• Hate speech
• Fake news
• Blasphemous content
[ ] The right is to be defended at all the cost as it ensures what humans are
[ ] Conclusion