Film censorship in India seeks to balance artistic freedom with societal norms. While the Constitution guarantees freedom of speech, it allows restrictions in the interest of public order, decency, and morality, with the CBFC acting as a regulatory body for this purpose.

Censorship in India balances freedom of expression with societal harmony. It spans print, electronic, and digital media through laws like the Cinematograph Act and IT Rules, 2021. While it aims to uphold public order, concerns remain over its potential misuse and impact on creativity.

Punishment aims to deter crime, maintain order, and reform offenders. Theories like retributive, deterrent, preventive, reformative, and compensatory provide frameworks for justice, balancing crime and society.