Question

Discuss the statement with special emphasis on the abolition of censorship in France.

Answer 1

Abolition of censorship changed the lives of people in France.

(i) Now the declaration of the Rights of Man and Citizen proclaimed freedom of speech and expression as natural right.

 (ii) News papers, books, pamphlets flooded the town and country side.

(iii) All events were described and discussed.

(iv) Freedom of press meant opposing views could be expressed.

(v) Plays, songs and festive processions attracted people.

(vi) People wrote about ideas of justice and liberty.