'Brahmastra against opposition': Karnataka Assembly passes anti-hate speech Bill; BJP alleges govt suppressing voices of dissent
Karnataka is stepping into uncharted territory with the passage of the Hate Speech and Hate Crimes (Prevention) Bill, 2025, turning the spotlight on hate-related offenses. This progressive law, coming under fire from BJP critics, outlines a wide-ranging definition of hate speech and enforces serious penalties: offenders could face up to seven years behind bars and hefty financial fines.
Karnataka is stepping into uncharted territory with the passage of the Hate Speech and Hate Crimes (Prevention) Bill, 2025, turning the spotlight on hate-related offenses. This progressive law, coming under fire from BJP critics, outlines a wide-ranging definition of hate speech and enforces serious penalties: offenders could face up to seven years behind bars and hefty financial fines.
