Which of the following are means for citizens to influence government policy considering the right to protest peacefully?

A) Holding demonstrations
B) Using the media
C) Engaging in vandalism
D) Appealing to political parties

Choose the correct answer from the given options:

A, B and D

The correct answer is Option 3 - A, B and D

A) Holding demonstrations
B) Using the media
D) Appealing to political parties

C) Engaging in vandalism is incorrect. Engaging in vandalism is not a legitimate means for citizens to influence government policy.

The right to protest is an aspect of the freedom of expression guaranteed to citizens in our Constitution, provided protest does not harm the life or property of other people or the State. Citizens are free to try and influence public opinion and government policy by forming groups, holding demonstrations, using the media, appealing to political parties, or by approaching the courts. The courts may give a decision on the matter, or they may urge the government to address the issue. It may be a slow process but varying degrees of success are sometimes possible. If the guiding principle of providing full and equal membership to all citizens is kept in mind, it should be possible to arrive at an acceptable solution to the problems that may arise from time to time in a society. A basic principle of democracy is that such disputes should be settled by negotiation and discussion rather than force. This is one of the obligations of citizenship.