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The Press and Registration of Periodicals (PRP) framework defines a 'specified authority' to include a District Magistrate, Collector, or other specified officers. Why has the expansion of these powers faced significant criticism from bodies like the Editors Guild of India?
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- 1Because it makes it mandatory for all printed periodicals to be distributed free of cost to the public.
- 2Because it empowers the specified authority to enter the premises of a periodical for inspection, raising concerns about state surveillance and press harassment.✓
- 3Because it prevents any state government from issuing official press releases or notifications.
- 4Because it completely abolishes the post of the Press Registrar General across the country.
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Because it empowers the specified authority to enter the premises of a periodical for inspection, raising concerns about state surveillance and press harassment.
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