CDS 2026 · PYQ · Modern Indian History / Press Acts · hard
Who among the following was the only Indian member to be present when the Vernacular Press Bill came up before the Legislative Council?
A.Jotendra Mohan Tagore✓ Correct
B.Peary Mohan Mukherjea
C.Dinshaw Petit
D.Dadabhai Naoroji
Explanation
Jotendra Mohan Tagore (also spelled Jatindra Mohan Tagore) was the only Indian member present in the Imperial Legislative Council when the Vernacular Press Bill was passed in 1878 under Lord Lytton. The Vernacular Press Act aimed at curbing the freedom of the Indian-language press by giving the government wide-ranging powers to censor reports and editorials. The Act faced widespread criticism and was repealed in 1882 by Lord Ripon.
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