The Supreme Court has declared access to the internet a fundamental right under Article ______ of the Indian Constitution

19

The correct answer is Option 4 - 19

The Supreme Court has declared access to the internet a fundamental right under Article 19 of the Indian Constitution.
The court's reasoning goes like this:
Freedom of Speech and Expression: The internet is a powerful tool for expressing ideas and opinions. Limiting access to it hinders this fundamental right.
Right to Information Gathering and Dissemination:  The internet allows citizens to access information and share it with others. This is crucial for a healthy democracy.
Right to Association and Assembly: Online platforms facilitate forming online communities and expressing collective views, extending the right to assemble in the digital space.

However, it's important to understand that this right is not absolute. Reasonable restrictions can still be imposed, such as:

-Preventing the spread of hate speech or illegal content
-Maintaining national security