Understanding Media| Question and Answers
I. Choose the correct option:
1. Which among the following was the chief means to spread awareness during the British rule?
(a) Internet (b) Television (c) Radio (d) Newspaper
Ans: (d) Newspaper
2. The TV technology which has enabled people to view events as they are happening in the world is:
(a) LCD (b) Satellite TV (c) DTH (d) Antennas
Ans: (b) Satellite TV
3. The fastest way to send mail is via:
(a) Email (b) Postal mails (c) Pigeons (d) Send a messenger
Ans: (a) Email
4. The Right to Information Act was passed on:
(a) 2 October 2006 (b) 12 October 2008 (c) 12 October 2005 (d) 1 October 2010
Ans: (c) 12 October 2005
II. Fill in the blanks:
1. Consumer awareness has increased with globalisation .
2. Irresponsible publishing can harm people's reputation.
3. The Indian Constitution has guaranteed Right of Information .
4. Advertisers have a moral duty towards society.
5. Radio and Television are a part of the electronic media.
III. State True and False:
1. Democratic governments depend upon public opinion.
Ans: True
2. Media always plays a positive role.
Ans: False
3. Cinema is an important medium for entertainment.
Ans: True
4. The Right to Information Act was passed in 2002.
Ans: False
5. The government has no responsibility towards the consumers.
Ans: False
IV. Answer the following questions:
1. Why is public opinion important in a democracy?
Ans: Public opinion is important in a democracy because a democratic government is formed on the basis of people's support. If the people are not happy with the government's policies, it is unlikely for them to vote for the same party in the next elections.
2. How can media play an important role in society?
Ans: Media provides information to keep people updated and it also provides a platform for the people to express themselves. Thus, Media plays an important role in society.
3. Why does television have a greater impact than the radio?
Ans: Television has a greater impact than the radio because it provides visuals along with the sound while radio provides only sound.
4. Why should the media be accountable to the public?
Ans: The media must be accountable to the public because if they publish anything irresponsible it can hurt and harm people's reputations.
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