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3 July 2026

CBFC certification for film Jana Nayagan

The topic involves the functioning of the CBFC as a statutory body and the role of the judiciary in administrative oversight, but it remains a specific instance of film certification rather than a landmark legal or policy development.

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Notes

  • The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) is the statutory body responsible for the certification of films for public exhibition in India.
  • The film 'Jana Nayagan' faced delays in the certification process since January, coinciding with the period leading up to the state Assembly elections.
  • The certification process was halted following a private complaint, leading to legal proceedings in the Madras High Court.
  • A single-judge Bench of the Madras High Court had initially directed the CBFC to issue the certificate, but this was subsequently overruled by a Division Bench.
  • The CBFC is currently in the process of finalizing the certification for the film, with issuance expected within a few days.

Questions

  1. Discuss the role and functions of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) in the context of the Cinematograph Act. How does the judiciary balance the mandate of the CBFC with the fundamental right to freedom of speech and expression? 150 words
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Prelims

  1. The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) operates under the administrative control of which of the following ministries?

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