Freedom

Is the restriction on what to wear justified in all cases or only in some? When does it constitute a constraint on freedom?

Who has the authority to impose these constraints? Should religious leaders be given the authority to issue decrees on dress? Can the state decide what one should wear? Should the ICC set down rules of what to wear when playing cricket?

Is the imposition excessive? Does it diminish the many ways, people have of expressing themselves?

What are the consequences of accepting the impositions? Will the society become 'equal' if everyone dresses the same way as in Maoist China? Or are women being denied the participation in sports if they cannot wear clothes that would help them to compete effectively? Will the game be affected if cricketers wear coloured clothes?

What is meant by freedom? Is there a relationship between freedom for the individual and freedom for the nation?

What is the difference between the negative and positive conception of liberty?

What is meant by social constraints? Are constraints of any kind necessary for enjoying freedom?

What is the role of the state in upholding freedom of its citizens?

What is meant by freedom of expression? What in your view would be a reasonable restriction on this freedom? Give examples.