Legislative Privilege Explained: Advocates Debate Whether Remarks Made In The Assembly Lose Immunity Outside
May 28, 2026, 23:27 (IST)
A statement by Udhayanidhi Stalin in the Tamil Nadu Assembly about sanatana dharma has reignited controversy. While speech within the legislature enjoys immunity under Article 194(2), its republication outside, especially online, loses this protection and becomes subject to general laws. The article explores the evolving nature of legislative privilege in the digital age. Two madras high court Advocates Debate The Issue