SANTOKH SINGH vs DELHI ADMINISTRATION

The Supreme Court upheld the constitutional validity of Section 9 of the Punjab Security of State Act, 1953, stating that it aligns with Article 19(2) of the Constitution, which allows reasonable restrictions on freedom of speech for public order and security. The Court clarified that the phrase 'tends to overthrow the State' falls within the ambit of incitement to an offence prejudicial to state security. The appeal was dismissed, affirming that the restrictions imposed by Section 9 are reasonable and necessary for maintaining public order.