Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
Government Reconstitutes Central Board of Film Certification with 18 Members
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The Government of India has reconstituted the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) with 18 members with immediate effect for a period of three years or until further orders, whichever is earlier. The reconstitution was carried out by the Central Government utilizing powers under sub-section (1) of Section 3 of the Cinematograph Act, 1952, read with Rule 3 of the Cinematograph (Certification) Rules, 2024. The notification was issued by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.