Question

In what ways does media play an important role in a democracy? General Knowledge

Answer 1

Media plays an important role in democracy, as it provides news and discusses events taking place around the country and all over the world. It also acts as a watchdog to the conduct of the government by:

• Criticising the unpopular policies and programs that the government undertakes
• Highlighting and even to a certain extent, influencing public opinion
• Acknowledging several current issues
• Spreading awareness among the general masses