In the 1960s, television programs were not allowed to show which of the following?

During the 1960s, television faced strict content regulations that significantly influenced what could be depicted on screen. One of the most notable restrictions applied to the portrayal of married couples. Specifically, it was deemed inappropriate for a married couple to share a bed on television. This guideline was rooted in the cultural norms of the time, which held conservative views about sexuality and relationships. Shows, such as "The Dick Van Dyke Show," cleverly avoided this by having characters sleep in separate beds.

This restriction highlighted the broader societal attitudes toward family life and propriety in media during that era. While hand-holding and parental supervision with children were generally accepted in various forms of media, and portrayals of violence, though limited, were depicted under certain circumstances, the depiction of a married couple sharing a bed was specifically challenged in order to maintain what was seen as moral standards of family-oriented television programming.