Question

Who repealed the vernacular press act in 1882 ?what impact did the act have on Indians ?
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Answer 1

Lord Ripon repealed the vernacular press act. The Vernacular press act forbade Vernacular papers to publish any material that might excite feelings of dissatisfaction against the British government. The Indian Army Act made it a criminal offence for Indians to carry arms without license.

Answer 2

Lord ripon repealed it...The vernacular press act forbade vernacular papers to publish any material that might be against British government ...These repressive policies of the British provide a stimulus to political agitation and quickened the pace of Indian nationalism..