What is not seditious?
• Shows that any Ruler has been misled or mistaken in any measures he has taken; • Points out errors or defects in government, constitution, legislation or administration of justice with a view to remedying the error or defect; • Persuades the subjects of any Ruler or government to reform matters by lawful means; • Points out what could produce or have a tendency to produce feelings of ill-will and enmity between the different races and classes, with a view to eliminating such matters. Are there exclusions? The rights under Part III, Article 152, 153 and 181 of the Federal Constitution may not be questioned in any context. These cover matters of status, rights and privileges, among others. Who can be charged under the act? Section 4(1) defines the offender as anyone who carries out any act that has a seditious tendency. This includes preparations for such an act or conspiring with anyone who is involved in such an act. Action can also be taken in cases where the act has not been carrie
