 Although freedom of speech is enshrined in Article 35 of the Constitution of the People 's Republic of China , Chinese authorities enforce restrictions on political and religious expression . Such restrictions are sometimes in accordance with Article 105 of the criminal code , which contains vague and broadly defined provisions against " inciting subversion of state power " . Weiquan lawyers , along with international human rights organizations , have argued that the provisions against subversion are inconsistent both with China 's own constitution and with international human rights standards , particularly in light of the lack of transparency and clear guidelines used in applying the laws . 
