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The Economic Times
The Economic Times
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Karnataka 'hate speech' bill unnecessary, existing framework adequate: Home Ministry

Bengaluru: The Union Home Ministry has felt that Karnataka's bill to curb "hate speech" may not be necessary at this stage, and the existing legal framework is adequate to address the issue.

The Ministry conveyed its "Centre-State Division's" stance on the Karnataka Hate Speech and Hate Crimes (Prevention) Bill, 2025 to the Karnataka government.

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