Article 8 - Equality before the Law While Article 8(1) provides equality, Article 8(2) allows reasonable classification, meaning not all distinctions are unconstitutional. Datuk Haji Harun Idris v Public Prosecutor [1977] 2 MLJ 155 the court held that Article 8 does not prohibit different treatment if there is reasonable classification based on intelligible differentia. (c) Article 9 - Freedom of Movement Article 9(2) allows Parliament to impose restrictions in the interest of security, public order or public health. Example: The government may restrict individuals from travelling abroad if facing criminal charges or national security concerns. more explain