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3 August 2026

Taslima Nasrin's security in West Bengal

The topic serves as a contextual example for broader discussions on freedom of speech and secularism in India, though it lacks the policy or legal specificity required for a direct question.

1 min read Day 2 of 2 2 questions 1 prelims

Notes

  • Taslima Nasrin, an exiled Bangladeshi writer, returned to Kolkata after 19 years.
  • Nasrin was originally exiled from Bangladesh in 1994 due to her writings.
  • She previously lived in Kolkata but was forced to leave in November 2007 following public protests and violence.
  • The state government has extended an assurance of security and freedom of movement to the writer.
  • The event highlighted themes of freedom of speech, women's liberty, and the constitutional right to expression.

Part of a longer story

This is day 2 of 2 in Taslima Nasrin's return to West Bengal, which has been running since 2 August 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

  1. Discuss the constitutional provisions regarding the freedom of speech and expression in India. How does the state balance these rights with the responsibility of maintaining public order? 150 words
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  2. The protection of individual liberty and the right to dissent are fundamental to a vibrant democracy. Analyze the role of the state in ensuring the safety of intellectuals and writers who face threats due to their creative expressions, while upholding the rule of law. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. Which Article of the Indian Constitution primarily guarantees the freedom of speech and expression?

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