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'Brahmastra against opposition': Karnataka assembly passes anti-hate speech bill; BJP cries suppression of dissent

Karnataka is stepping into uncharted territory with the passage of the Hate Speech and Hate Crimes (Prevention) Bill, 2025, turning the spotlight on hate-related offenses. This progressive law, coming under fire from BJP critics, outlines a wide-ranging definition of hate speech and enforces serious penalties: offenders could face up to seven years behind bars and hefty financial fines.