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According to a government source, "We are not into being moral
police. The 'U' certificate would have to be obtained only for (Indian)
music videos as per the Cinematographic Act."
Regarding Indian movies, the government source clarified that such
films are anyway subjected to Indian Censor Board certification
which are also valid when they are also valid when they are aired
on television channels.
Queried about the rules that apply to English films, the source
said foreign films are subject to the certification and rules of
their respective countries.
Referring to English movie channels like Zee MGM, HBO, Star Movies
and Hallmark, the government source said, "We hope that the English
channels would keep Indian sensibilities and sensitivities in mind
when airing movies." Basically the line that Prasad has more than
once gone on record as stating: That channels should exercise self-regulation.
Alao Read:
'U'
certification for programmes not new: I&B ministry
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