RISE OF THE HATE SPEECH, CONSEQUENCES AND LEGISLATION

Abstract

The goal of this research study is to shed light on the present rise in hate speech and its various elements. It provides an illustrated definition of what constitutes hate speech and explains how counter-speech might be utilised to quell such speech. Controlling hate speech has proven to be a challenging task. The anti-hate speech law is contentious since it restricts someone's ability to express themselves freely. The legal system continuously treads a fine line between control and outright prohibition.“But cases of hate speech are nevertheless on the rise despite the introduction of strict legislation. The Law Commission of India pushed for even tighter regulations in 2017 to curb this. In light of the obvious harm that hate speech does, it is vital to look beyond the current framework and uncover best practises that may be employed to address the issue of hate speech in addition to the legal framework.”1