Freedom of holding peaceful demonstration and meeting between theoretical and application in the Iraqi Law ‘Comparative study’

Abstract

The right to freedom of expression is one of the rights inherent to humans, and one of the most prominent forms of this right is (demonstration and peaceful gatherings). The freedom to demonstrate and assemble peacefully is of great importance in the lives of citizens, as it is the means by which individuals express their opinions and desire for reform in various aspects of life. The right to demonstrate and assemble peacefully is no less important than the right to vote. If the right to vote is a means for the peaceful transfer of power, then the right to demonstrate and assemble peacefully is, on the other hand, an effective means of confronting the authorities and informing them of the needs of citizens. It also represents a means of pressure exercised by peoples to push governments to do what the people want, as every citizen aspires to see his rights protected in his country, but at the same time this freedom must be exercised away from causing any disturbances or chaos that threatens security and public order in society.