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Difficulty: EasyFreedom of Speech

In the UK, everyone has the right to their own opinion and the freedom to express it. However, which of the following is a legal limit on this freedom according to the 'Life in the UK' handbook?

  1. A
    Freedom of speech is an absolute right that can never be restricted by any law.
  2. B
    It is legal to encourage others to commit crimes as long as it is expressed as a personal opinion.
  3. It is illegal to incite racial or religious hatred.Answer
  4. D
    Freedom of speech is a mandatory responsibility that requires citizens to join political debates.

Answer

It is illegal to incite racial or religious hatred.
The correct answer is correct because the 'Life in the UK' handbook explicitly states that although everyone has the freedom to express their opinions, it is illegal to use this freedom to incite racial or religious hatred or to encourage others to commit crimes.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the core principle of freedom of speech in the UK.
Everyone has the right to their own opinion and the freedom to express it.
This is a fundamental value in British life.
2
Determine the legal boundaries of this freedom.
The freedom is not absolute and is restricted by laws that prevent harm to others.
To ensure public safety and respect for all community members.
3
Recall specific illegal acts related to speech.
It is illegal to incite racial or religious hatred or to encourage crimes.
These acts violate the rights of others and the law.

Key Concept

Freedom of Speech and its Legal Limits
Estimated Time:45s
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