Soviet censorship

Soviet censorship was the government’s control over information, ideas, and media to promote its ideology and maintain power. It involved strict monitoring and suppression of books, newspapers, films, and art that didn’t align with official viewpoints. Authorities removed or altered content deemed harmful or critical, preventing dissent and shaping public perception. This censorship extended to controlling education, literature, and even personal communication, creating a highly restricted information environment where freedom of expression was limited, and only state-approved messages were allowed to circulate widely.