This document analyzes the role of media in promoting women's representation in Indonesian politics during the 2004 general election. It examines coverage of women's issues in three major newspapers - the national newspaper Kompas and two regional newspapers, Pontianak Post and Pikiran Rakyat. The document finds that newspaper coverage of women in politics increased significantly during the election period, helped by women's rights organizations that provided media with reliable sources on these issues. However, media coverage alone could not overcome structural barriers facing women candidates. The role of women's movements in engaging with media was important in keeping issues of women in politics in the public discourse.
Comparative Analysis of 2014 Election Manifestos of INC, BJP & AAPSaif Khan
The document provides a comparative analysis of the 2014 election manifestos of the Indian National Congress (INC), Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) across 10 policy areas: corruption, participative democracy, economic growth, foreign policy, defense and security, judicial reforms, education, health, secularism and communal harmony, and welfare initiatives. It finds that while the BJP manifesto addresses the most issues, the AAP manifesto scores highest on human rights and promises more for minorities than the INC. The analysis aims to provide voters with an intensive scrutiny of the parties' policy proposals to help inform their electoral decisions.
The Impact of Censorship on the Development of the Private Press Industry in ...Kyaw Thu
This document discusses censorship of the private press in Myanmar and its impact on the development of the industry. It provides background on Myanmar's highly restrictive censorship system administered by the Press Security and Registration Board. The system subjects private newspapers to suspension, fines, and closure for violating rules. The document examines how this censorship hinders journalistic work and the expansion of the private press market in Myanmar compared to other countries in the region. It aims to analyze the effect of censorship on quality journalism and the business of private newspapers in Myanmar.
India has a federal parliamentary democratic republic system of government. The Prime Minister is the head of government and the President is the head of state. India has a multi-party system and holds elections regularly. It has the largest democracy based on population. Religion, caste, and regional divisions have influenced Indian politics. Corruption is a major issue that impacts the economy and trust in government.
The document discusses media and social responsibility. It notes that mass media has an obligation to inform people and bridge communication gaps in society. While media draws from society, it also educates and informs individuals. However, media now often prioritizes advertisers' interests over the public's. Self-regulation of media has weakened as commercial interests have come to dominate. For countries like Pakistan, responsible media is important to strengthen democracy and counter threats like extremism. The media should report issues objectively and curb sensationalism.
Journalism is the production and distribution of reports on the interaction of events, facts, ideas, and people that are the "news of the day", and that impact society to at least some degree. The word journalism applies to the occupation (professional or not), the methods of gathering information, and the organizing literary styles.
Journalism is a method of inquiry and literary style that aims to provide a service to the public by the dissemination and analysis of news and other information.
This document analyzes the role of media in promoting women's representation in Indonesian politics during the 2004 general election. It examines coverage of women's issues in three major newspapers - the national newspaper Kompas and two regional newspapers, Pontianak Post and Pikiran Rakyat. The document finds that newspaper coverage of women in politics increased significantly during the election period, helped by women's rights organizations that provided media with reliable sources on these issues. However, media coverage alone could not overcome structural barriers facing women candidates. The role of women's movements in engaging with media was important in keeping issues of women in politics in the public discourse.
Comparative Analysis of 2014 Election Manifestos of INC, BJP & AAPSaif Khan
The document provides a comparative analysis of the 2014 election manifestos of the Indian National Congress (INC), Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) across 10 policy areas: corruption, participative democracy, economic growth, foreign policy, defense and security, judicial reforms, education, health, secularism and communal harmony, and welfare initiatives. It finds that while the BJP manifesto addresses the most issues, the AAP manifesto scores highest on human rights and promises more for minorities than the INC. The analysis aims to provide voters with an intensive scrutiny of the parties' policy proposals to help inform their electoral decisions.
The Impact of Censorship on the Development of the Private Press Industry in ...Kyaw Thu
This document discusses censorship of the private press in Myanmar and its impact on the development of the industry. It provides background on Myanmar's highly restrictive censorship system administered by the Press Security and Registration Board. The system subjects private newspapers to suspension, fines, and closure for violating rules. The document examines how this censorship hinders journalistic work and the expansion of the private press market in Myanmar compared to other countries in the region. It aims to analyze the effect of censorship on quality journalism and the business of private newspapers in Myanmar.
India has a federal parliamentary democratic republic system of government. The Prime Minister is the head of government and the President is the head of state. India has a multi-party system and holds elections regularly. It has the largest democracy based on population. Religion, caste, and regional divisions have influenced Indian politics. Corruption is a major issue that impacts the economy and trust in government.
The document discusses media and social responsibility. It notes that mass media has an obligation to inform people and bridge communication gaps in society. While media draws from society, it also educates and informs individuals. However, media now often prioritizes advertisers' interests over the public's. Self-regulation of media has weakened as commercial interests have come to dominate. For countries like Pakistan, responsible media is important to strengthen democracy and counter threats like extremism. The media should report issues objectively and curb sensationalism.
Journalism is the production and distribution of reports on the interaction of events, facts, ideas, and people that are the "news of the day", and that impact society to at least some degree. The word journalism applies to the occupation (professional or not), the methods of gathering information, and the organizing literary styles.
Journalism is a method of inquiry and literary style that aims to provide a service to the public by the dissemination and analysis of news and other information.
Journalism is a method of inquiry and literary style that aims to provide a service to the public by the dissemination and analysis of news and other information.
THE PRESIDENT HO CHI MINH THOUGHT ON VIETNAMESE PEOPLE'S PUBLIC SECURITYAkashSharma618775
Ho Chi Minh’s Thought on the People's Public Security is a comprehensive and profound systematic
view on the position, role, functions and tasks of the People's Public Security; on the Party's leadership of the
People's Police; on building the People's Public Security force; on principles and measures of public security work;
on emulation, commendation and discipline work in the People's Public Security. Nowadays, in Vietnam, the
study, research and interpretation of Ho Chi Minh’s Thought on the People's Public Security is a very necessary
issue with a profoundly theoretical and practical value.
The document discusses the role and history of major political parties in Pakistan. It provides background information on each party, including the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), Pakistan Muslim League (N) (PML-N), Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Pakistan Muslim League (Q) (PML-Q), Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), and Awami National Party (ANP). It notes that the PPP is the largest party and has been active since 1967, while the PML-N is the second biggest party led by Nawaz Sharif. The PTI was founded by Imran Khan in 1996 and has emerged as a counterweight to the PPP
The document outlines several challenges faced by Indian democracy, including casteism, communalism, regionalism, poverty, unemployment, and caste discrimination. It then discusses the fundamental challenges of transitioning to democracy, institutionalizing democratic government, expanding democratic principles universally, and deepening democracy by strengthening democratic institutions and increasing citizen participation. Suggestions are made for democratic reforms to help overcome these challenges through new laws and policies implemented by political actors.
Political parties are organized groups that share political views and try to control the government through elections. They exist to promote collective good by agreeing on policies and programs and persuading people their views are better. Political parties are useful for organizing elections and government. They provide alternatives to interest groups and organize the functions of Congress. Key functions of parties include contesting elections, putting forward policies for voters to choose, making laws, and forming/running governments. Major parties in India include national parties like the Indian National Congress and BJP, and regional parties like AGP and RLD. Parties face challenges in fulfilling people's needs, maintaining national status, reducing corruption, and promoting internal democracy. Pressure groups also influence government but do not contest elections
The document proposes electoral reforms to reduce corruption in India. It suggests forming a separate body to regulate politician's activities during elections, increasing the role of the Election Commission to bar candidates with criminal cases and monitor spending, and implementing public awareness campaigns and media oversight. Other proposals include making community service and oath-taking mandatory for some candidates to improve accountability. The goal is to curb the influence of money and muscle power in elections and help clean, young leaders form transparent governments.
Zambia: Democracy and Political Participation Dr Lendy Spires
This document summarizes the politics of constitutional reform in Zambia. It discusses how Zambia has had four constitutions over 49 years of independence, with the process being highly contested. Previous reform attempts did not meaningfully involve the public. While recent presidents tried to make the process more inclusive, it still fell short of expectations due to opposition demands for more participation and government insistence on control. Constitutional changes have rarely altered power dynamics or reflected public aspirations.
The document summarizes the Media Sustainability Index (MSI), which measures the development and sustainability of independent media in countries around the world. The MSI has five objectives related to legal norms and free speech, professional journalism standards, multiple reliable news sources, independent and well-managed media businesses, and supporting institutions. It then provides the indicators used to measure each objective and explains how the scoring works on a scale of 0 to 4. The document concludes by explaining how citizen journalists can utilize the MSI for advocacy, commentary, and as a model for a complete media system.
The Aam Aadmi Party was launched in 2012 following differences between activists in the India Against Corruption movement over whether to enter politics. The party focused on issues like the Jan Lokpal anti-corruption bill, right to reject candidates, and decentralizing power. In its first election in 2013 it came second in Delhi and formed a short-lived minority government. However, the party has faced various controversies over controversial statements by members and unclear ideological positions.
India has a federal parliamentary democratic republic system modeled after the UK. The Prime Minister is the head of government and the President is the head of state. Power is shared between the central government and state governments. National and regional political parties contest power. Major parties include the Indian National Congress and the Hindu nationalist BJP. Elections involve over 700 million voters and take place over multiple dates for logistical reasons. Caste and religion influence voting patterns, and issues in politics include charges of criminality against politicians and Maoist violence in certain states.
This document discusses peoples' participation in government and democracy in three parts. It first defines peoples' participation, noting how it includes involvement in decision making and voting. It then explains the importance of participation for smooth government, fast development, and accountability. Finally, it outlines different modes of participation like voting, joining parties, and civic groups.
Democracy promotes several important outcomes according to the document:
1. It creates a more accountable, responsive and legitimate form of government where citizens can elect their rulers and hold them responsible through elections and public debate.
2. While it may not guarantee economic growth, democracy does not significantly lag behind other systems in promoting development.
3. Democracies have a mixed record in reducing inequality and poverty but provide better opportunities than other systems to address issues facing disadvantaged groups.
4. Democracy is better suited than other forms of government at accommodating social diversity and handling internal conflicts through non-violent means.
The document discusses press freedom in Pakistan. It lists the group members and defines press freedom as the guarantee of a free public press by the government. It notes that while media growth occurred after 2001, Pakistan has not achieved full press freedom, ranking 61st out of 167 countries according to Freedom House. The document outlines influences on the media from both the government, including PEMRA and the Ministry of Information, and private entities like political parties and pressure groups. It discusses laws governing the press and penalties, and concludes with journalists' objections such as calls to reduce security amounts and ensure the head of any tribunal is a high court judge.
The document discusses various political institutions in India including the Mandal Commission, office memorandums, reactions to the Mandal Commission report, Parliament and its two houses (Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha), the executive branch (political and permanent), the President's powers and role, and the judiciary. It provides details on the composition and roles of these various institutions.
The document discusses several key political institutions in India. It describes how Parliament is the supreme legislative body, consisting of the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. The Lok Sabha has more power as the directly elected lower house. It also discusses the roles of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers as the political executive, and the permanent executive consisting of civil servants. Finally, it covers the largely ceremonial role of the President as the head of state.
1. The document discusses the evaluation of parliamentary democracy in India, outlining both positive and negative factors.
2. Positives include constitutional provisions like fundamental rights and universal suffrage, as well as extra-constitutional factors like democratic legacy and economic plans.
3. Challenges discussed are dominance of one party for long periods, social and economic inequality, poverty, unemployment, casteism, communalism, illiteracy, defects in the election system, and violence.
Journalist Ethics : A Template Checklist for a Post-truth EraThe Free School
This public consultation draft aims to derive a comprehensive ethics framework to guide journalists and media publishers who operate in a ‘post-truth’ world. This modernization is essential in an era where ‘fake news’ abounds in a visible number of mainstream, niche and alternative media outlets (Dorf &Tarrow, 2017). This dire development is causing an ever-growing number of people to lose confidence in the accuracy and intent of media content and the ability of media broadcasters to self-administer their own self-authored ethics code.
ODDC Context - Exploring the use and impacts of open budget and aid data in N...Open Data Research Network
Presentation in the first workshop of the Exploring the Emerging Impacts of Open Data in Developing Countries project. Looking at the context of open data, and the research case study planned for 2013 - 2014. See http://www.opendataresearch.org/project/2013/freedomforum
KAFAL - Offline Internet Servers for Rural Nepalhackthequake
This document proposes a solution to provide offline internet access to rural villages in Nepal using Raspberry Pi servers, travelling USB drives, and smartphones. The solution would allow villagers to access educational resources, communicate, and participate in rebuilding efforts after the earthquake without a live internet connection. An estimated 20 million Nepalis, or 65% of the population, live in rural areas without internet access. Offline internet servers could help address issues of digital isolation in villages by providing access to information on rebuilding techniques, local news coverage, and ways to participate in accountability and innovation networks. The proposed solution is low-cost, environmentally sustainable, and culturally appropriate by including locally generated content in multiple media formats and languages. It aims to improve reconstruction,
Status of accountability in online news media: A case of Nepalbbacharya
This document summarizes a dissertation defense about online media accountability in Nepal. It discusses how the growth of online media has attracted scholarly attention worldwide. While studies found digital platforms can increase accountability, most research focused on developed nations. The dissertation aims to contribute to this topic in the context of Nepal, a developing country with a significant digital divide. It examines the state of online journalism in Nepal regarding accountability, key challenges, and the role of audiences in ensuring it. The study uses qualitative case study research methods, including interviews and document analysis of Nepali news portals. It finds a wide gap between accountability standards and practices in Nepal, and that online media there are more loyal to financial stakeholders than the public. It recommends strengthening accountability through improved
Journalism is a method of inquiry and literary style that aims to provide a service to the public by the dissemination and analysis of news and other information.
THE PRESIDENT HO CHI MINH THOUGHT ON VIETNAMESE PEOPLE'S PUBLIC SECURITYAkashSharma618775
Ho Chi Minh’s Thought on the People's Public Security is a comprehensive and profound systematic
view on the position, role, functions and tasks of the People's Public Security; on the Party's leadership of the
People's Police; on building the People's Public Security force; on principles and measures of public security work;
on emulation, commendation and discipline work in the People's Public Security. Nowadays, in Vietnam, the
study, research and interpretation of Ho Chi Minh’s Thought on the People's Public Security is a very necessary
issue with a profoundly theoretical and practical value.
The document discusses the role and history of major political parties in Pakistan. It provides background information on each party, including the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), Pakistan Muslim League (N) (PML-N), Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Pakistan Muslim League (Q) (PML-Q), Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), and Awami National Party (ANP). It notes that the PPP is the largest party and has been active since 1967, while the PML-N is the second biggest party led by Nawaz Sharif. The PTI was founded by Imran Khan in 1996 and has emerged as a counterweight to the PPP
The document outlines several challenges faced by Indian democracy, including casteism, communalism, regionalism, poverty, unemployment, and caste discrimination. It then discusses the fundamental challenges of transitioning to democracy, institutionalizing democratic government, expanding democratic principles universally, and deepening democracy by strengthening democratic institutions and increasing citizen participation. Suggestions are made for democratic reforms to help overcome these challenges through new laws and policies implemented by political actors.
Political parties are organized groups that share political views and try to control the government through elections. They exist to promote collective good by agreeing on policies and programs and persuading people their views are better. Political parties are useful for organizing elections and government. They provide alternatives to interest groups and organize the functions of Congress. Key functions of parties include contesting elections, putting forward policies for voters to choose, making laws, and forming/running governments. Major parties in India include national parties like the Indian National Congress and BJP, and regional parties like AGP and RLD. Parties face challenges in fulfilling people's needs, maintaining national status, reducing corruption, and promoting internal democracy. Pressure groups also influence government but do not contest elections
The document proposes electoral reforms to reduce corruption in India. It suggests forming a separate body to regulate politician's activities during elections, increasing the role of the Election Commission to bar candidates with criminal cases and monitor spending, and implementing public awareness campaigns and media oversight. Other proposals include making community service and oath-taking mandatory for some candidates to improve accountability. The goal is to curb the influence of money and muscle power in elections and help clean, young leaders form transparent governments.
Zambia: Democracy and Political Participation Dr Lendy Spires
This document summarizes the politics of constitutional reform in Zambia. It discusses how Zambia has had four constitutions over 49 years of independence, with the process being highly contested. Previous reform attempts did not meaningfully involve the public. While recent presidents tried to make the process more inclusive, it still fell short of expectations due to opposition demands for more participation and government insistence on control. Constitutional changes have rarely altered power dynamics or reflected public aspirations.
The document summarizes the Media Sustainability Index (MSI), which measures the development and sustainability of independent media in countries around the world. The MSI has five objectives related to legal norms and free speech, professional journalism standards, multiple reliable news sources, independent and well-managed media businesses, and supporting institutions. It then provides the indicators used to measure each objective and explains how the scoring works on a scale of 0 to 4. The document concludes by explaining how citizen journalists can utilize the MSI for advocacy, commentary, and as a model for a complete media system.
The Aam Aadmi Party was launched in 2012 following differences between activists in the India Against Corruption movement over whether to enter politics. The party focused on issues like the Jan Lokpal anti-corruption bill, right to reject candidates, and decentralizing power. In its first election in 2013 it came second in Delhi and formed a short-lived minority government. However, the party has faced various controversies over controversial statements by members and unclear ideological positions.
India has a federal parliamentary democratic republic system modeled after the UK. The Prime Minister is the head of government and the President is the head of state. Power is shared between the central government and state governments. National and regional political parties contest power. Major parties include the Indian National Congress and the Hindu nationalist BJP. Elections involve over 700 million voters and take place over multiple dates for logistical reasons. Caste and religion influence voting patterns, and issues in politics include charges of criminality against politicians and Maoist violence in certain states.
This document discusses peoples' participation in government and democracy in three parts. It first defines peoples' participation, noting how it includes involvement in decision making and voting. It then explains the importance of participation for smooth government, fast development, and accountability. Finally, it outlines different modes of participation like voting, joining parties, and civic groups.
Democracy promotes several important outcomes according to the document:
1. It creates a more accountable, responsive and legitimate form of government where citizens can elect their rulers and hold them responsible through elections and public debate.
2. While it may not guarantee economic growth, democracy does not significantly lag behind other systems in promoting development.
3. Democracies have a mixed record in reducing inequality and poverty but provide better opportunities than other systems to address issues facing disadvantaged groups.
4. Democracy is better suited than other forms of government at accommodating social diversity and handling internal conflicts through non-violent means.
The document discusses press freedom in Pakistan. It lists the group members and defines press freedom as the guarantee of a free public press by the government. It notes that while media growth occurred after 2001, Pakistan has not achieved full press freedom, ranking 61st out of 167 countries according to Freedom House. The document outlines influences on the media from both the government, including PEMRA and the Ministry of Information, and private entities like political parties and pressure groups. It discusses laws governing the press and penalties, and concludes with journalists' objections such as calls to reduce security amounts and ensure the head of any tribunal is a high court judge.
The document discusses various political institutions in India including the Mandal Commission, office memorandums, reactions to the Mandal Commission report, Parliament and its two houses (Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha), the executive branch (political and permanent), the President's powers and role, and the judiciary. It provides details on the composition and roles of these various institutions.
The document discusses several key political institutions in India. It describes how Parliament is the supreme legislative body, consisting of the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. The Lok Sabha has more power as the directly elected lower house. It also discusses the roles of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers as the political executive, and the permanent executive consisting of civil servants. Finally, it covers the largely ceremonial role of the President as the head of state.
1. The document discusses the evaluation of parliamentary democracy in India, outlining both positive and negative factors.
2. Positives include constitutional provisions like fundamental rights and universal suffrage, as well as extra-constitutional factors like democratic legacy and economic plans.
3. Challenges discussed are dominance of one party for long periods, social and economic inequality, poverty, unemployment, casteism, communalism, illiteracy, defects in the election system, and violence.
Journalist Ethics : A Template Checklist for a Post-truth EraThe Free School
This public consultation draft aims to derive a comprehensive ethics framework to guide journalists and media publishers who operate in a ‘post-truth’ world. This modernization is essential in an era where ‘fake news’ abounds in a visible number of mainstream, niche and alternative media outlets (Dorf &Tarrow, 2017). This dire development is causing an ever-growing number of people to lose confidence in the accuracy and intent of media content and the ability of media broadcasters to self-administer their own self-authored ethics code.
ODDC Context - Exploring the use and impacts of open budget and aid data in N...Open Data Research Network
Presentation in the first workshop of the Exploring the Emerging Impacts of Open Data in Developing Countries project. Looking at the context of open data, and the research case study planned for 2013 - 2014. See http://www.opendataresearch.org/project/2013/freedomforum
KAFAL - Offline Internet Servers for Rural Nepalhackthequake
This document proposes a solution to provide offline internet access to rural villages in Nepal using Raspberry Pi servers, travelling USB drives, and smartphones. The solution would allow villagers to access educational resources, communicate, and participate in rebuilding efforts after the earthquake without a live internet connection. An estimated 20 million Nepalis, or 65% of the population, live in rural areas without internet access. Offline internet servers could help address issues of digital isolation in villages by providing access to information on rebuilding techniques, local news coverage, and ways to participate in accountability and innovation networks. The proposed solution is low-cost, environmentally sustainable, and culturally appropriate by including locally generated content in multiple media formats and languages. It aims to improve reconstruction,
Status of accountability in online news media: A case of Nepalbbacharya
This document summarizes a dissertation defense about online media accountability in Nepal. It discusses how the growth of online media has attracted scholarly attention worldwide. While studies found digital platforms can increase accountability, most research focused on developed nations. The dissertation aims to contribute to this topic in the context of Nepal, a developing country with a significant digital divide. It examines the state of online journalism in Nepal regarding accountability, key challenges, and the role of audiences in ensuring it. The study uses qualitative case study research methods, including interviews and document analysis of Nepali news portals. It finds a wide gap between accountability standards and practices in Nepal, and that online media there are more loyal to financial stakeholders than the public. It recommends strengthening accountability through improved
The document discusses youth and media in Nepal. It notes that while youth make up a large portion of journalists in Nepal across different generations, they face several challenges. Youth issues are often overlooked in media coverage, and youth are frequently portrayed negatively. However, the rise of social media and blogging has provided alternative outlets for youth participation and citizen journalism. Overall, the relationship between youth and mainstream media is improving, with more collaborative and accommodating approaches emerging.
This study analyzed over 22,000 tweets from 500 journalists on Twitter to understand how they are adapting to the new medium. The researchers found that journalists frequently expressed opinions in their tweets, deviating from traditional norms of impartiality. Non-elite journalists were more likely to share opinions and discuss personal topics, while elite journalists focused more on linking to other sources and avoiding discussions. The study provided insights into how journalists are negotiating professional practices on social media, but was limited by only analyzing US journalists and not capturing intentions through interviews.
Kathmandu, Nepal faces several issues related to ethics and professionalism in its public sector including corruption, pollution, poverty, and lack of access to clean water. Key problems include a lack of knowledge sharing, trust between coworkers, and transparency with the public. There is also cultural differences, insufficient time for meetings, and a bureaucracy prone to bribery and hierarchy issues. Improving ethics requires empowering citizens, being mission-driven, decentralizing authority, increasing transparency, and raising public awareness through training and an adequate budget.
The Press Council Nepal is a statutory body established to promote standards of a free press and advise the government on journalism development. However, it faces challenges in ensuring independence due to direct political interference in appointments. There are calls for structural reforms to make the Council fully independent and transform it from a quasi-judicial to a voluntary code enforcement body. The Council also struggles to regulate electronic media and faces difficulties in assessing it due to limitations in its founding Act. Overall, political will is needed to implement reforms that address these issues and strengthen the Council's ability to balance press freedom and accountability.
My presentation during the introductory session of Social Media for Journalists training in Biratnagar, Kathmandu, Pokhara, Dhangadhi and Nepalgunj in October/November 2012 organized by Equal Access Nepal and funded by UNDP.
MDIF has published An Unfavorable Business: Running Local Media in Myanmar’s Ethnic States and Regions, a 66- page report that assesses the business challenges faced by the country’s local media outlets. The report is based on research conducted from April-August 2018, as well as data gathered during the three years that MDIF has been running its business capacity building initiative, the Myanmar Media Program (MMP).
The document discusses the double siege on press freedom in India during the COVID-19 pandemic from both the state and private media owners. It summarizes that the state used the pandemic to push through laws and policies restricting civil liberties while the media largely became a purveyor of government propaganda due to its dependence on state advertising. Journalists who questioned the government faced intimidation, arrests, job losses and censorship. The document analyzes how the state imposed regulations on media and social media under the guise of combating misinformation to curb reporting on issues like the treatment of migrant workers.
The National Alliance of Journalists (NAJ) and Delhi Union of Journalists (DUJ) have called for stronger protections for media workers on the eve of World Press Freedom Day. They demand a comprehensive media protection law to prevent arbitrary arrests of journalists and a broad-based Media Council to replace the toothless Press Council. They also call for an expert Media Commission of India to address issues facing the evolving media landscape and protect journalists' rights and welfare. The organizations highlight increasing attacks on journalists who question authorities, as well as the dismantling of labor laws impacting thousands of media workers.
The document summarizes the findings of a media monitoring project in Myanmar from August 1 to September 15, 2017. It analyzes coverage in television, radio, newspapers and online media. Key findings include:
- State media and some private media devoted the most coverage to the government and military, portraying political actors positively.
- The National League for Democracy received the most party coverage.
- Coverage of the Rohingya crisis in Rakhine State largely reflected the government perspective due to access restrictions.
- International organizations accused Myanmar of ethnic cleansing, which the government denied. Some local media included more balanced international reporting.
This document provides a historical overview of media development in Uganda from 1900 to 1986. It discusses the early missionary print publications in the 1900s-1950s that served religious purposes. The first radio station, Uganda Broadcasting Service, was established in 1954 to serve colonial interests. During this period, the media landscape was dominated by religious and government-owned publications and broadcasters. The document outlines increasing government control and restrictions on independent media during the post-independence years under Milton Obote and Idi Amin in the 1960s-1970s. Many private newspapers were banned or faced censorship and intimidation if critical of the government. By the late 1970s, independent print media growth of the 1950s-1960s had largely been reversed
The document discusses the impact of social media on politics in Bangladesh. It analyzes how social media influences politics and political parties in the country in various ways, through both primary and secondary research. The document finds that social media has significant influence on political movements and allows politicians to more directly communicate with citizens. However, it can also spread misinformation if the information portrayed is inaccurate. The document examines different levels of influence from individual media workers to large organizations and how they can shape political coverage.
This document summarizes the issues around media privatization in India. It discusses that media ownership is concentrated among political and business elites who can influence media coverage. This compromises independent journalism and democracy. India ranks low in global press freedom indexes due to this lack of independence. Solutions proposed include increasing transparency around media ownership and financing, establishing an ombudsman to oversee appointments and complaints, and generating revenue models that don't rely on "paid news". The document argues that privatization has undermined ethics and objectivity in Indian media.
Rule of Law to Ensure Safety of Journalists and Combat Impunity - Yek Raj PathakMAMCJ-KCC
A presentation by Yek Raj Pathak, Senior Lecturer at a seminar entitled "Media Freedom for a Better Future" organized by Department of Mass Communication & Journalism at Kantipur City College, Kathmandu on 10 May 2014 (27 Baisakh 2071, Saturday).
Rule of Law to Ensure Safety of Journalists and Combating Impunity - Nepal : ...Abhas Rajopadhyaya
An overview of "Rule of Law to Ensure Safety of Journalists and Combating Impunity" in Nepal
Presented at a seminar to celebrate World Press Freedom Day on "Media Freedom for a Better Future" on 10 May 2014 Saturday at Kantipur City College, Putalisadak, Kathmandu
This document summarizes the role of electronic media in Pakistan. It discusses the evolution of media from the eras of Ayub Khan, Zia-ul-Haq, and Pervez Musharraf. It outlines the purposes of media as informing, entertaining, and advertising. It also examines both the negative impacts of media such as westernization and exaggeration, as well as positive effects such as promoting democracy and covering natural disasters. The conclusion states that Pakistani media should resolve matters with a positive attitude and work to promote an accurate, positive image of Pakistan.
Since 1992, the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) has been keeping a record of atrocities committed against journalists in India. During this time CPJ has recorded 27 cases of journalists murdered in direct retaliation for their work. More than half of those killed reported regularly on corruption, crime and politics – three beats often closely intertwined. This has created a challenging environment for small-town journalists and those reporting on corruption, who are often more vulnerable to attack and whose legitimacy is questioned when they are threatened or killed.
Small-town journalists (even if a handful work for big media) often find themselves alone and abandoned when trouble strikes. In the three case studies this report focuses on – and in CPJ’s list of 27 press murders – it is hard to find a single reporter who was working for an English outlet of a large corporate media house in a big city.
An overwhelmed justice system, lack of media solidarity and a culture of impunity only add to the problems, leaving the country’s press vulnerable to threats and attacks. CPJ has found that while it is important for governments to ensure that journalists can safely carry out their work, media organisations play an essential role too, especially in protecting freelancers and local journalists. Apart from highlighting the gap in security, this report includes recommendations for the central government, the Central Bureau of Investigation, state governments, and the media.
This document discusses the issue of paid news in Indian media. It defines paid news as media coverage or content that is paid for by political parties or corporations. Paid news undermines democracy by misinforming the public and using money to influence elections. It has become widespread and highly organized in India. Several cases of paid news are also discussed from recent elections. Potential measures to address the problem include strengthening regulations, increasing transparency, and educating the public.
Is media working responsibly in pakistan [autosaved]Asma Ch
This document discusses whether media in Pakistan is working responsibly. It begins by defining media and its types, then discusses media's roles like exchanging ideas, reflecting society, and spreading awareness. It outlines media's responsibilities like being the voice of the voiceless and avoiding violence. However, the document suggests Pakistani media is negatively influenced by politics and promotes foreign cultures over local ones. While media should be free, it argues excess power without regulation harms democracy. In conclusion, Pakistani media is still developing and more experience is needed to properly fulfill its roles and responsibilities.
Media plays a crucial role in democracy by informing the public and holding governments accountable. It acts as the fourth pillar of democracy by creating public opinion, investigating wrongdoings, and shaping discourse. Different types of media like electronic, print, and social media strengthen democracy by providing platforms for public discussion, commentary on government policies, and a way to voice opinions. While Pakistani media is actively working to strengthen democracy by keeping the public aware and alerting the government to its responsibilities, no system is perfect and media must continue striving for neutrality and responsibility.
Journalists Perception of Their Staff Welfare Package and Effective Journalis...paperpublications3
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2) Several prominent news channels are directly or indirectly owned by politicians across parties in states like Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Kerala.
3) Print media houses also have deep political connections, with newspapers like Hindustan Times rumored to be a mouthpiece for the Congress party and The Pioneer expressing right-wing views.
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2. Background
Journalism in this small Himalayan country is yet to be
lucrative profession for many aspiring journalist. Sad yet true
many journalists across the country have been fighting to get
paid with minimum wages and intimidation, attack,
misbehave and atrocities have been a common phenomena at
the country.
In 2012, one journalist was killed and numerous others
were attacked and received threats in connection with their
reports. Freedom of Press and of Expression was challenged
by both government and non-government actors.
3. Incidents of Press Freedom Violation
during 2012
In 2012, one journalist was killed and numerous others
were attacked and received threats in connection with their
reports. Freedom of Press and of Expression was
challenged by both government and non-government
actors.
A study carried by Freedom Forum, an organization
working to promote press freedom situation in the country
showed that a total of 147 incidents of press freedom
violation occurred in Nepal during the year 2012. In 2011, a
total of 96 such incidents were recorded by the
organization.
4. Detail of Incidents
Closure 1
press vehicle torch 6
Book torched -- 1
intimidation -- 3
Disappearance -- 1
Journalists under control -- 3
Loot -- 3
Threats – 14
6. Killing of Yadav Paudel in 2012
Killing of journalist Yadav Poudel from Jhapa -- a
district in the southern plain of Nepal on April 3, 2012
left Nepali media panicked. It obviously ruined the
morale of journalists across the country.
Although the murderers of journalist Poudel have
already been punished with life-time
imprisonment, the hostile atmosphere for free
reporting is still looming. Media workers in Jhapa are
still agitated and agonized with fear psychology with
no assurance of security from the government side.
7. Communal, ethnic and regional tensions
and media
The country is still struggling to complete the transition
from a monarchy to a federal republic and no one can
predict the future of democracy at this juncture of time in
the country.
It is a sharp rise as situation grew remarkably hostile
during the months on the eve of the collapse of Constituent
Assembly that was supposed to promulgate new
constitution in May 27, 2012.
Journalists and media outlets were at the receiving end
during this period. Three days- May 20-22, of 2012
remained 'black days' in Nepali media. It was worrying that
government remained mum on the perpetrators of media
freedom during these days
8. Dispute of minimum wages
In Nepal, most of the journalists in Nepal are
underpaid. The government has been failing to
implement the provision of minimum wages as set by
the Minimum Remuneration Fixation Committee's rule.
Media employers are not provided even the
appointment letters to the media persons.
The trend continued in 2012 and the government’s
plan of implementing minimum wages had been an
illusive.
9. Partisan Press
Maoists are supporter of partisan press by principle. Partisan
press has been rampant once they started to run the government
in Nepal.
The ruling government of the Unified Communist Party of Nepal
(Maoist) and the Madhes-centric political parties has funded the
partisan and region-based media union and organizations- a new
trend during 2012 in Nepali media.
The government funding to the partisan and region-based media
union has badly politicized the media which is detrimental to
free and professional journalism. The Madhesi Media Forum
aligned to the Madhes-centric parties of the government was
provided Rs 1.5 million as training budget.
(Freedom Forum)
10. International Fact Finding and Advocacy Media
Mission o Nepal
The International Fact Finding and Advocacy Mission to
Nepal (also known as the International Media Mission)
visited Nepal from 23 to 2 February 2012 to assess the
media freedom situation in the country.
The International Mission was represented by AMARC,
ARTICLE 19, Centre for Law and Democracy (CLD),
Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ), International
ederation of Journalists (I J), International News Safety
Institute (INSI), International Media Support (IMS),
International Press Institute (IPI), Internews, Open Society
Foundations (OSF), Reporters sans Frontières (RSF), South
Asia Free Media Association (SA MA), South Asia Media
Solidarity Network (SAMSN) and UNESCO.
11. The International Mission’s priority
concern:
The International Mission had two priority
concerns.:
1. Implementation of the Working Journalists’ Act,
security of employment and their compensation or
working journalists
2. growing threats to online freedom of expression
and the application of restrictive regulations to the
Internet.
12. The International Mission’s appeal to
the government:
We call upon media owners and employers to fulfill
their legal obligations under the Working Journalists’
Act by signing secure employment agreements with
journalists and by paying the wages that are set pursuant
to the law. We also call on the Government to fulfill its
obligation to enforce the law where owners and
employers do not do so.”
Second, the International Mission is concerned with the
growing threats to online freedom of expression and the
application o restrictive regulations to the Internet.
13. Fragile Freedom
After demise of main state organ, that
is, legislature, the country faced major setbacks in
democracy. Whether due to violence by criminal
groups, as in southern Terai, or government hostility to
media criticism, media freedom was on the defensive
in the country.
Monitoring agencies have weaken and the government
wants media houses to be entirely its mouthpiece
which will have adverse impact in professional
journalism in the days to come.
14. IFJ says, “working conditions remain
dismal”
As reported in the South Asia Press Freedom Report
for 2011, a committee formed under the WJA pointed
out in a report submitted November 2010, that 37
percent of the country’s (Nepal’s) journalists are paid
below the prescribed minimum wage, while 45 percent
are working without letters of appointment. Among
the media houses surveyed, 48 percent had failed to
introduce basic measures such as retirement and
welfare funds, medical cover and insurance.
15. Lip Service not Enough
As a journalist in Biratnagar town told the
International Media Mission of February 2012: “The
political parties rule the law, they are not ruled by the
law. Until this changes, nothing changes”. There has
been too much back-and-forth between media and
political parties in fixing responsibility for unsettled
and often hostile relations. Media organizations
recognize that it is time to implement sound ethical
guidelines as part of their internal editorial process.
But they are not yet ready to take full responsibility for
the consequences arising from violence against
journalists.
(International Federation of Journalist)
16. Ethical Dimension should be encouraged
As a watchdog of government and society, journalists
should not forget ethical values and professionals
standards. Journalism is business but it is not just like
another business.
In 2012, the trend of some unethical practices from
journalists also emerged in the country which can be
dubbed as a stumbling block to the professional
journalism.
17. The smarter the journalists are, the better off society
is. For to a degree, people read the press to inform
themselves-and the better the teacher, the better the
student body.
- Warren Buffett
Siromani Dhungana
Researcher, Journalist & Media Educator
Kathmandu, Nepal
Email: siromanidhungana@gmail.com | meshiromani@gmail.com