Kathy Lie and Grete Wold have proposed adding a new section 107 to the Norwegian Constitution to enshrine academic freedom in law. The proposers argue that scholarly independence faces pressure globally, that many European countries already protect it constitutionally, and that such a provision would shield researchers from political fluctuations and extend legal protection to scientists outside universities.
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Option 1: New section 107 would read: State authorities shall respect the freedom necessary for scientific research.
Option 2: New section 107 would read: The freedom of science shall be respected.
Option 3: New section 107 would read: State authorities shall create the conditions necessary for free scientific research.