GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

GK

INDIAN HISTORY

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Vernacular Act was associated with which subject?
A
Demonstration
B
Judiciary
C
Press
D
Education
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Vernacular Press Act, in British India, law enacted in 1878 to curtail the freedom of the Indian-language (i.e., non-English) press.

Detailed explanation-2: -Lord Lytton introduced the Vernacular Press Actin 1878.

Detailed explanation-3: -IAS Exam Latest Updates The Vernacular Press Act (1878) was enacted in British India to limit the freedom of the Indian press and prevent the expression of criticism toward British policies, particularly the opposition that had grown since the start of the Second Anglo-Afghan War (1878–80).

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