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Q.

With reference to the development of Press in India during British Rule. Consider the following statements:

1. Metcalfe Act removed the requirement of licenses before starting the Press.

2. Vernacular Press Act gave power of seizure of press equipment to District Magistrate but an appeal could be made to a Court of law against the decision of District Magistrate.

3. Lord Ripon repealed the Vernacular Press Act.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

Explanation:
  • Metcalfe Act repealed the 1823 ordinance. According to 1823 ordinance starting or using a press without license was a penal offence. So Statement 1 is correct.
  • Vernacular press act gave power of seizure of press equipment to district magistrate. In this regard the decision of district magistrate was final and no appeal could be made in court of law. So option 2 is incorrect.
  • Lord Ripon repealed the Vernacular Press Act. So option 3 is correct.

Thus, Option B is Correct.

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