CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -Popularly known as the Censor Board, the CBFC was set up under the Cinematograph Act of 1952. Its purpose is to certify, by means of screening and rating, the suitability of feature films, short films, trailers, documentaries, and theatre-based advertising for public viewing.

Detailed explanation-2: -Shri Ravinder Bhakar assumes charge as CBFC CEO.

Detailed explanation-3: -History of Film Certification in India After independence, the regional boards’ autonomy was abolished and they were brought under the Bombay Board of Film Censors. In 1952, it was reconstituted as the Central Board of Film Censors. In 1983, the name was changed to Central Board of Film Certification.