https://www.mondialnews.com/2025/07/10/emergency-unmasked-the-indian-cartoonist-who-boldly-defied-censors-with-a-smile/
During India’s tumultuous Emergency period from 1975 to 1977, when press freedom was severely curtailed and censorship imposed, one cartoonist emerged as a quiet yet powerful voice of resistance. With wit, humor, and a deft hand, he challenged the authoritarian crackdown not with outright defiance but through clever caricatures that spoke volumes. The BBC profile “Emergency: The Indian cartoonist who fought the censors with a smile” sheds light on this unique figure whose art became a subtle weapon against repression, illuminating the critical role of satire in times of political crisis.
The Defiant Pen Behind India’s Emergency Era Cartoons
During one of India’s most stringent periods of political censorship, an extraordinary cartoonist emerged as a beacon of subtle resistance. His artwork, laced with wit and sharp social commentary, managed to navigate the draconian censorship imposed during the Emergency without inciting outright confrontation. Through a signature style…
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Author : Miles Cooper
Publish date : 2025-07-10 04:32:00
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