CENSORSHIP IN TRANSLATION: PROTECTION OR INTELLECTUAL CRIME?
Keywords:
censorship, translation ethics, literary translation, intellectual freedom, cultural adaptation.Abstract
Censorship in translation is a significant issue in Translation Studies, raising debates about whether it protects cultural values or violates intellectual freedom. Translators may omit or modify politically, religiously, or culturally sensitive content to meet the expectations of the target audience. While such changes can improve acceptability, they may also distort the author's intended meaning and message. This study explores the ethical and practical aspects of censorship in translation through qualitative analysis of authentic literary examples. The findings indicate that although censorship may be justified in specific contexts, excessive intervention undermines translation accuracy, the author's voice, and readers' access to the original work. The study emphasizes the importance of balancing cultural sensitivity with fidelity to the source text.
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