In which year was the Vernacular Press Act passed, severely curbing the freedom of Indian-language newspapers? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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In which year was the Vernacular Press Act passed, severely curbing the freedom of Indian-language newspapers?

A. 1878

B. 1872

C. 1882

D. 1875

Answer: Option A

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The Vernacular Press Act was enacted by Viceroy Lord Lytton in 1878 to suppress critical local press reporting, particularly targeted at the Amrita Bazar Patrika.

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The Ilbert Bill Controversy took place during the period of?

A. Lord Lytton

B. Lord Ripon

C. Lord Curzon

D. Lord Dufferin

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Correct Answer: Option B

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The Ilbert Bill (1883) proposed by Lord Ripon allowed Indian judges to try European offenders.

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The 'Congress Radio' (secret radio) was operated during which movement?

A. Quit India

B. Non-Cooperation

C. Home Rule

D. Civil Disobedience

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Correct Answer: Option A

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Congress Radio was a clandestine station run by Usha Mehta and others from Bombay to broadcast messages during the Quit India Movement in 1942.

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