Select a statement which describes the role of media imagined by the Independent Indian state.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
In independent India, Jawaharlal Nehru, the first prime minister, called upon
the media to function as the watchdog of democracy. The media was expected to
spread the spirit of self-reliance and national development among the people.
You will recall the general thrust of development in the early
years of independence in India from your earlier chapters.
The media was seen as a means to inform the people of the
various developmental efforts. The media was also
encouraged to fight against oppressive social practices like
untouchability, child marriages, and ostracism of widows,
as well as beliefs of witchcraft and faith healing. A rational,
scientific ethos was to be promoted for the building of a
modern industrial society. T