3. Totalitarianism
O It is the form of rule in which government
attempts to maintain âtotalâ control over the
society.
4. Soviet Totalitarian Theory
O Theory says that the state have absolute power
to control media for the benefits of people.
O Positive thoughts:
O to create strong socialized society as well as
providing information, education etc.
5. Soviet Totalitarian Theory
O Purpose:
O to educate the greater masses of working
classes or workers.
O Control of Media:
O under the leader of nation.
6. Soviet Totalitarian Theory
O Two way communication:
O Two way communication at the same time, the
whole media is controlled under leadership.
O If the leadership is wrong the whole nation
will suffer a lot.
7. Assumptions
O Media should not be under private control.
O Media should perform positive functions for
society.
