Some people especially from upper class and powerful class
feared the effect of easily available printed books. Their cause of
fear was that due to the spread of literacy among the common
people they may loose their position or authorities. Some
people feared that this may lead to the spread of rebellions and
irreligious thoughts. For example -
→ In Europe, the Roman Catholic Church tried to curb the
printed books through the Index of Prohibited Books.
→ In India, the Vernacular Press Act imposed restrictions on
Indian press and various local newspapers. Also, some religious
leaders and some people from upper castes expressed their
fear.
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