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Freedom of Expression vs. Religious Defamation in International Law

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In 2011, the United Nations Human Rights Council replaced its controversial 'defamation of religions' resolutions with a focus on 'incitement to hatred,' marking a significant shift in international legal standards.

Why this is interesting

You may have heard that insulting a religion is a crime in some countries, but is it a violation of international human rights law? The answer is far more nuanced than you might expect.