A
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India Act, 1997
B
The Cable Television Networks (Regulation) Act, 1995
C
The Information Technology Act, 2000
D
The Press Council Act, 1978
Correct answer: (b) The Cable Television Networks (Regulation) Act, 1995
Explanation
Option B is correct because the Cable Television Networks Rules, 1994 derive their statutory authority from the Cable Television Networks (Regulation) Act, 1995. Options A, C, and D refer to different statutes that govern telecom regulation, IT intermediaries, or press standards.
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