N Radhakrishnan @ Radhakrishnan ... vs Union Of India

The Supreme Court emphasized the fundamental right to freedom of expression under Article 19(1)(a) of the Constitution, asserting that authors have the liberty to choose their mode of expression unless it contravenes a constitutionally valid law. The Court held that the banning of a book on the grounds of indecency and offending sentiments is a serious infringement on creative freedom. The judgment reinforces the necessity of protecting artistic expression as a cornerstone of a civilized society, thereby upholding the principles of creativity and pragmatic realism.