| Title |
Disinformation as a threat to democracy: does article 10 of the echr provide a basis for legitimate restrictions? |
| Translation of Title |
Dezinformacija kaip grėsmė demokratijai: ar EŽTK 10 straipsnis suteikia pagrindą teisėtiems ribojimams? |
| Authors |
Dijokas, Marius |
| Full Text |
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| Pages |
73 |
| Keywords [eng] |
freedom of expression, restrictions, soft law, disinformation, human rights |
| Abstract [eng] |
The scale and speed of disinformation dissemination in modern democracies have attracted the attention of both States and scholars studying the phenomenon. Its connection with the important freedom of expression enshrined in the ECHR is unquestionable. Therefore, the aim of this work is to assess, by drawing on the extensive and detailed ECtHR case law on freedom of expression and electoral matters, the models and potential measures that could operate in the context of managing disinformation. It is essential not to overlook the fact that restricting one phenomenon may significantly limit another; thus, in this case, the search for an overall balance is crucial to ensure that, in combating disinformation, the rights guaranteed by the ECHR are not curtailed. |
| Dissertation Institution |
Vilniaus universitetas. |
| Type |
Master thesis |
| Language |
English |
| Publication date |
2026 |
