What are the negative consequences of living in a society that values modesty and propriety over freedom of expression?

WHAT ARE THE NEGATIVE CONSEQUENCES OF LIVING IN A SOCIETY THAT VALUES MODESTY AND PROPRIETY OVER FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION?
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(January 16, 2012)
What are the Negative Consequences of Living in a Society That Values Modesty and Propriety over Freedom of Expression?
Life is very dynamic and complicated especially on issues of societal values and principles; there are individuals that propose the traditional ways of living where strict values and standards were followed. On the other hand, others believe the liberal world is better and more fulfilling (Israel, 39). There are always consequences in every system that is adopted by society and this may be positive or negative. This paper discusses the negative consequences of living in a society that values modesty and propriety over freedom of expression.
Propriety can be defined as living or conforming to certain conventional standards that are based in society. This means that behaviors and morals in society are expressed or established by someone and need to be followed. The rules developed are considered correct and should be followed with no question or breaking them (Yeazell, 49). Modesty is also a standard which measure the individual’s ability on certain aspects such as dressing behavior, or ethics. It is sometimes a way of social interactions where individuals are expected to show shyness, humility and simplicity in their actions. Modest individuals are expected by society to downplay their accomplishments, be decent in the behavior or appearance and avoid boasting or self abasement.
Freedom of expression is the ability to seek, receive and pass information and ideas without considering the medium. This is mainly considered as a western aspect of life as most countries have adopted it in society. It focuses on aspects of liberty, rights, free will and moral responsibility and bestows upon the individual the free will to do as desired as long as it does not interfere with other people’s rights or break the law (Yeazell, 51).
Any society that adopts living in values of modesty and propriety over freedom of expression is seen as domineering and dictatorial. It infringes on the rights of the citizens in that they are forced to live as guided by others. For instance dictating the type of dressing, or body parts to be exposed by an individual is violating the rights of expression. While proponents may argue that it is discipline and respect for authority it gives a negative impact in following what others think is right.
Society that embraces of living in values of modesty and propriety over freedom of expression has extended this to gender bias and inequality. Women are more endowed to follow the strict rules and regulations such as the dress code (Yeazell, 89). Such as society will develop negative factors to discriminate against women who may bring a lot of developments if there is freedom of expression. Such a society will not be able to speak against social evils which will continue oppressing the residents to the point of living miserable and unproductive lives. For instance speaking against racism a...