John Milton | Areopagitica Explained — Freedom of Speech, Censorship & the Power of Truth
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Areopagitica (1644) is John Milton’s most famous prose work — a passionate and groundbreaking defence of freedom of speech, freedom of the press, and the right to unlicensed printing. Written as a speech addressed to the English Parliament, it challenges censorship and argues that truth grows stronger when openly debated.
🎥 This video (designed using Google NotebookLM) gives a clear, exam-focused explanation of Milton’s arguments, historical context, key quotations, and its lasting influence on modern democratic thought.
Perfect for UGC NET, MA English, KVS/NVS, DSSSB, and all competitive exams.
📚 What Areopagitica Is About
Milton opposes the Licensing Order of 1643, which required all books to be approved by government censors before publication.
He argues that:
Truth should never fear debate
A free society requires free expression
Censorship weakens learning, religion, and morality
Good and evil must coexist for real virtue to develop
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