Which of the following acts restricted the printing of newspapers in local languages?

Vernacular Press Act, 1878

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Indian Councils Act, 1861

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Indian Councils Act, 1892

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Newspaper Publication Act, 1798

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Solution

The correct option is A Vernacular Press Act, 1878
The Vernacular Press Act enabled the government to silence voices criticizing British policies. The Indian Councils Act of 1861 allowed Indians to take part in law enactment process, and Indian Councils Act of 1892 increased the number of participating Indians in legislative decisions. The Newspaper Publications Act restricted the printing and circulation of newspapers and required the newspaper proprietors to identify themselves to the government.

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