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Importance of Freedom of Press in India by Jitesh Pandey is a document available to read on EtoBox.

The document discusses freedom of the press and expression in India. It defines freedom of the press as minimal interference from the state in print, audio, video and digital media. Free press is important for democracy as it allows citizens to make informed decisions. The constitution protects freedom of speech under Article 19, but also lists reasonable restrictions. Important Supreme Court cases have upheld this freedom while striking down overreaching laws. A free press acts as a watchdog on government

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Jitesh Pandey

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