DHARNA AGAINST THE STATE: FREEDOM OF SPEECH OR A QUESTION ON THE WRIT OF STATE I. Introduction A. The State Of Nature And Need For Social Contract B. Forfeiting A Writ By Shirking On Obligation
II. Dharna Question On The Writ Of State As It A. Paralyzes the state machinery B. Prevents the function of the executive C. Undermines the Judiciary, erodes the public confidence, reducing institutional independence, and handing due process D. Brings civilian’s life to halt-infringing upon other fundamental rights E. Calls for mutiny, vigilantism and assassination F. Imitates policy framers, lawmakers and opinion leaders G. Taints image of state, making it appears susceptible and vulnerable H. Encourages mob justice I. Undermines rule of law III. How Dharna Falls Outside The Ambit Of Freedom Of Speech A. Defeats the purpose of freedom of speech B. Hate speech, not free expression IV. Conclusion