Question

Which of the following statement is correct about the Gagging Act of 1878?

• A. The Act was introduced by Lord Ripon
• B. The objective was to suppress the protest through the press in India's vernacular languages
• C. The Act aimed against extremist nationalist activity
• D. The Act gave the provincial government censorship powers

Answer 1

Answer:

B. The objective was to suppress the protest through the press in India's vernacular languages

The Vernacular Press Act of 1878 is famously known as the "Gagging Act" because it severely restricted the freedom of the Indian-language press, effectively "gagging" the voices of local journalists who were critical of British policies.