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  2. Restrictive legislation

Restrictive legislation

  • Restrictive laws
  • Restrictive legal structures

Nature

Restrictive legislation refers to laws and regulations that limit individual freedoms, rights, or activities, often justified by the need for public safety, order, or morality. Such legislation can create barriers to access, inhibit personal expression, and stifle economic growth. Critics argue that overly restrictive laws can lead to discrimination, social injustice, and the erosion of civil liberties. Examples include stringent immigration laws, censorship of speech, and regulations that limit business operations. The challenge lies in balancing the need for regulation with the preservation of fundamental rights, ensuring that such laws do not disproportionately impact vulnerable populations.This information has been generated by artificial intelligence.

Claim

The legitimate right of the individual must be consistent with the safety and welfare of the general population. No individual has an inalienable right to behave in a manner destructive to others. For this reason, laws are established.

Counter-claim

Restrictive legislation is often overstated as a pressing issue. In reality, such laws are essential for maintaining order, protecting public safety, and ensuring societal norms. They prevent chaos and uphold the rights of the majority, often addressing pressing concerns like health, security, and morality. Instead of viewing restrictive legislation as a problem, we should recognize it as a necessary framework that fosters stability and promotes the common good, ultimately benefiting society as a whole.This information has been generated by artificial intelligence.

Broader

Inadequate laws
Presentable

Narrower

Vagrancy
Excellent
Over-regulation
Presentable

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Value

Restriction
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Nonrestrictive
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Illegality
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SDG

Sustainable Development Goal #16: Peace and Justice Strong Institutions

Metadata

Database
World problems
Type
(D) Detailed problems
Biological classification
N/A
Subject
  • Law » Law
  • Law » Legality
  • Societal problems » Restrictions
  • Content quality
    Unpresentable
     Unpresentable
    Language
    English
    1A4N
    D9012
    DOCID
    11490120
    D7NID
    137604
    Last update
    May 19, 2022