The Chanda Committee Report, formally known as the Report of the Committee on Broadcasting and Information Media, is a landmark document in the history of Indian broadcasting. Established in 1964 under the leadership of Ashok Chanda, former Auditor-General of India, this committee was tasked with evaluating the state of broadcasting, particularly focusing on radio and television. The findings were presented in 1966 and have since had a lasting impact on media policy in India.
Key Findings and Recommendations
The Chanda Committee's report was significant for its critical analysis of government interference in broadcasting. Here are some of its major points:
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