The Vernacular Press Act was enacted in 1878 under the tenure of which Governor-General? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The Vernacular Press Act was enacted in 1878 under the tenure of which Governor-General?
A. Lord Ripon
B. Lord Lytton
C. Lord Canning
D. Lord Dalhousie
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Lord Lytton enacted the Vernacular Press Act in 1878 to curtail the freedom of the Indian-language press, which was highly critical of British policies. It was later repealed by Lord Ripon.

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