Independence of Media

Q. How does freedom of press benefit the public?

1. News sources can publish biased news
2. Public becomes aware of the shortcomings
3. Press is vested with extra power
4. Creates a space for open minded discussions

Q. Which of the following statements accurately describes the way the press should function in a democracy?

1. A democracy is successful only when the press is free and independent, hence the press should be totally unregulated.
2. No outlet must be discouraged from publishing distorted news or misinformation, since a democracy grants freedom of speech.
3. The duty of the media is to report events in an unbiased way, hence, it must not be allowed to criticise the government in any way.
4. The press must be free from government restrictions, and at the same time, held responsible for the information it spreads.

Q. Which of the following body was formed to protect the freedom of the press?

1. Press Council of India
2. Press Protection Organisation of India
3. Freedom of Press Council, India
4. Press Liberation Organisation, India

Q. Which of the following is the best example of the importance of a free press in a republic?

1. The disclosure of high crimes committed by members of the Nixon administration
2. The television broadcasts of the destruction of the World Trade Center
3. The "fireside chats" given by President Franklin D. Roosevelt over the radio
4. The publication in the next day's newspapers of important presidential speeches
5. The coverage of the legal battle over Terry Schiavo's right to die

Q. Which body is responsible for maintaining the freedom of the press in India?

1. Press Council of India
2. Supreme Court of India
3. Broadcast Audience Research Council
4. Press Club of India

Q. Which body is responsible for maintaining the freedom of the press in India?

1. Press Council of India
2. Supreme Court of India
3. Broadcast Audience Research Council
4. Press Club of India