Censorship Controversy

Is censoring Roald Dahl on moral grounds a good idea?

The recent decision to revise the author’s best-known children’s books might defeat the purpose.

Michelle Smith, The Conversation
· Feb 23, 2023 · 03:30 pm
Ramachandra Guha to stop writing for ‘Hindustan Times’, says his column was censored

The historian said the editors he worked with were ‘happy to publish the piece’ on the Central Vista project, but had been overruled by the management.

Scroll Staff
· Apr 19, 2020 · 11:09 am
How do you write mythological fiction in the age of censorship? Author of a Padmavati novel speaks

Even publishers are jittery about historical and mythological fiction, says Anuja Chandramouli.

Anuja Chandramouli
· Jan 05, 2018 · 05:30 pm

If Aamir Khan could be given his right to free expression with PK, why not godman Ram Rahim?

The decision to allow 'MSG' to be screened is a triumph for free speech in India.

Abhishek Sudhir
· Jan 19, 2015 · 07:00 am
As censor board sees mass resignations, a look at six recent controversies it battled

During Leela Samson's term at its helm, the CBFC got flak for passing vulgar comedies like 'Grand Masti' and for failing to certify politically charged documentaries like 'The Textures of Loss'.

Scroll Staff
· Jan 17, 2015 · 06:06 pm
Ten members of censor board quit as storm rages over godman's film

Move follows chairperson Leela Samson's resignation from the board, citing government interference.

Scroll Staff
· Jan 17, 2015 · 08:22 am

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Censorship Controversy

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The recent decision to revise the author’s best-known children’s books might defeat the purpose.

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Ramachandra Guha to stop writing for ‘Hindustan Times’, says his column was censored

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The real story of the Dera Sacha Sauda movie: a turf war between the BJP and the Akali Dal

There's more to 'Messenger of God' than meets the eye.

Rohan Venkataramakrishnan · Jan 17, 2015 · 08:20 am

How did appellate tribunal clear godman’s film so quickly, censor board member asks

Leela Samson quits and censor board members are unhappy with the tribunal's decision to reverse CBFC review committee's rejection of 'MSG: The Messenger of God'.

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