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John Morley: “Moves address that proceedings under Indian Vernacular Press Act be reported to parliament.”

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Moves address that proceedings under Indian Vernacular Press Act be reported to parliament.
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John Morley

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Morley advocates for transparency regarding the Indian Vernacular Press Act and its implications.

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