Single Answer MCQ
Q-00045193
What was the governmental rationale for tracking newspapers published in India?
1
To promote free speech.
2
To ensure fair competition among publishers.
3
To suppress dissent against colonial rule.
4
To encourage diverse perspectives.
Answer and Solution
Answer
C. To suppress dissent against colonial rule.
Solution:
The government tracked newspapers primarily to suppress any dissent that could threaten colonial control, particularly from vernacular press. Other options do not reflect the underlying intent.
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