Blog: Can an Indian cartoonist be barred from mocking the state?

30 Jan

The case of a cartoonist charged with treason and offending
India’s national sentiments reflects a growing debate over what constitutes
freedom of expression in India. His accusers argue that while it is permissible
to make fun of politicians, you cannot make fun of the state. Not everyone
agrees.

from Committee to Protect Journalists http://cpj.org/blog/2012/01/can-an-indian-cartoonist-be-barred-from-mocking-th.php

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