Freedom of Expression and Violation of Respect for Religions and Prophets in the Europe from Human Rights Perspective

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Freedom of Expression as a fundamental Right is underlying society development and human promotion. Moreover this freedom is a social right. Then on this character protection of others, prevention of blasphemy, public order, are some barriers on its implementation. It should be noted that the freedom of expression is a civil and political right then it is related to other conceptions and goals for example peace, security, tolerance and prevention of racial discrimination.
Examination of freedom of expression with regard to Jillandsposten Newspaper act in printing some cartoons and showing the cartoon’s film on Danish TV that have been degraded Islamic symbols is one of the basic issues in this article. The examination of this case study with regard to European Court of Human Rights approach could be so effective in explanation of some detailed barriers and conditions of the implementation of the freedom of expression. It should not be forgotten that the best way for a right guarantee is judicial guarantee that has established long side with it. 

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