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History GK · Q39

18th Century Revolts And Reform

Competitive Exams · History GK · question 39

Q39

Which of the following act was the revision of Vernacular Act?

A.
Indian Press act, 1910
Answer
B.
Newspaper Act, 1908
C.
Both A & B
D.
None of the above

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
The Press Act of 1910 was legislation promulgated in British India imposing strict censorship on all kinds of publications. The measure was brought into effect to curtail the influence of Indian vernacular and English language in promoting support for what was considered radical Indian nationalism.