Over ₹5.63 crore penalty imposed on periodicals, 88,315 publications cancelled: I&B Ministry
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चर्चा में क्यों
The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting announced the cancellation of 88,315 publications and the imposition of ₹5.63 crore in penalties for non-compliance with the Press and Registration of Periodicals (PRP) Act.
पृष्ठभूमि
The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting reported that 88,315 publications were cancelled as of February 27 due to non-compliance. Penalties exceeding ₹5.63 crore were collected via the Press Sewa Portal, which now includes Specified Authorities from 780 districts.
प्रीलिम्स के लिए तथ्य
- अधिनियम / विधेयकPress and Registration of Periodicals (PRP) Act: Governs the registration and regulation of periodicals in India.
- संस्थाPress Sewa Portal: A digital platform used for processing periodical applications and managing records.
- तथ्यOver 11,081 applications have been processed on the Press Sewa Portal since March 1, 2024.
- तथ्य88,315 publications were cancelled as of February 27.
मेन्स के लिए
Q. Discuss the significance of digital governance in regulating the media landscape and ensuring compliance with statutory registration requirements in India.
उत्तर के आयाम
- Regulatory oversight: Balancing freedom of the press with the need for accountability through the PRP Act
- Digital transition: Enhancing transparency and ease of compliance through the Press Sewa Portal
- Enforcement mechanism: Utilizing financial penalties and cancellation as tools for regulatory compliance
कीवर्ड: Regulatory Compliance · Digital Governance · Freedom of Press · Statutory Regulation · Transparency
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