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Who was the known as the liberator of the press?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Bentick
  2. Macaulay
  3. Hastings
  4. Metcalfe

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Metcalfe

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: D) Metcalfe šŸ“š Explanation: Sir Charles Metcalfe is known as the 'Liberator of the Indian Press' because he repealed the restrictive Licensing Regulations of 1823 during his short tenure as Governor-General (1835-36). He believed in the freedom of speech and expression. His actions allowed Indian newspapers to grow and flourish without government interference.