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Print Media Censorship
Regulation or suppression of books, magazines, and newspapers. It has been prevalent in countries like Myanmar and Cuba.
Political Censorship
Suppressing political speech, public communication or other information. It often occurs in authoritarian regimes like China and Belarus.
Internet Censorship
The control or suppression of what can be accessed, published, or viewed online. Common in countries like China, Iran, and North Korea.
Educational Censorship
Control over educational materials and school curricula. Examples can be seen in Turkey with evolution theory bans.
Religious Censorship
Restriction of materials deemed offensive by religious authorities. Predominantly found in Islamic countries like Saudi Arabia.
Self-Censorship
The act of censoring one's own speech or writing due to fear of repercussions. This behavior often arises in repressive societies.
Corporate Censorship
When corporations control information flow, often to protect their economic interests. Common in media conglomerates worldwide.
Broadcasting Censorship
The control of radio, television, and film content by government bodies. Notably strict in North Korea and Eritrea.
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