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Knowledge Nugget: Thug Life controversy: How is Certification of films and freedom of speech relevant for UPSC Exam

Knowledge Nugget: Thug Life controversy — How is freedom of speech and films certification relevant for UPSC Exam

June 24, 2025 11:06 am

In ruling against the stalling of Thug Life's release in Karnataka, the Supreme Court underlines the extended spaces for free expression. Here's what you need to know about the freedom of speech and film certification in India. Also, go 'Beyond the Nugget' to know about the age-based categories for certification of films.

Explained: What govt proposes to change in film certification

June 22, 2021 2:02 pm

The Centre has released the draft Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill 2021. What does it propose to change, and why is it significant?

Censor Board chief skips key meeting with minister

March 18, 2015 2:46 am

Rathore had told film industry members Monday that the certification process and CBFC’s functioning “will not be hijacked by one person”.

Sunny Leone's Laila song altered for TV

April 10, 2013 12:06 pm

Filmmakers will be re-dubbing the line <i>Laila Teri Le Legi</i> to <i>Laila Teri Loot Legi</i>.

Delhi HC feels CBFC has become too generous in clearing films

March 23, 2013 4:41 pm

Delhi High Court slammed the Censor Board of Film Certification (CBFC) for being too generous.

Nepal’s Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak resigns after 19 killed in ‘Gen Z’ protests

World2 hr ago

Nepal's Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak has resigned after 19 people died during youth-led protests demanding reforms and accountability. The protests spread across major cities and police opened fire on demonstrators. Lekhak tendered his resignation to Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli during a Cabinet meeting, following calls from Nepali Congress leaders earlier in the day.

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