Milton’s views on press freedom is referred to as:
(A) Star chamber
(B) Areopagitica
(C) Authoritarian
(D) Social responsibility
Correct Ans: (B)
Explanation:
In Areopagitica (1644), John Milton strongly argues for press freedom. He opposes censorship and the licensing of books, asserting that the press should be free to publish ideas without government control. Milton believes that allowing free expression is essential for discovering truth and advancing society. This work remains a foundational text in the history of press freedom.
