Multiple choice

As per The Press Licensing Regulations of 1823,

  1. the printer and publisher had to obtain a license for starting a press

  2. magistrates could attach unlicensed presses

  3. every book or newspaper was required to print the name of printer and publisher on it and a free copy ha to be supplied to local government

  4. the Governor-General had the right to revoke a license or call for a fresh application
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Press Licensing Regulations of 1823 required every book or newspaper to print the printer and publisher's name and supply a free copy to the local government. This was part of British colonial control over the press in India.

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