Question

How did print introduce is a new world of debt and discussion. What were its implications in the sphere of religion. Explains

Answer 1

Ans) Religious authorities, monarchs, as well as many writers and artists were apprehensive of the effects of easily available books. They feared that if there was no control over what was printed and read, then rebellious and irreligious thoughts might spread. If that happened the authority of 'valuable' literature would be destroyed.

For example:

i) In Europe, when little-educated people (like Menocchio) reinterpreted the message of Bible, the Roman Catholic Church began to maintain an index of Prohibited books.

ii) In India, when vernacular newspapers reported on colonial misrule and encouraged nationalist activities, the govt passed Vernacular Press Act in 1878 to impose restrictions on the Indian press.