Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Sociology

Chapter

Social Change and Development in India: Mass Media and Communication

Question:
What happened to the mass media during a national emergency?
Options:
Mass media especially television was promoted during the national emergency.
Mass media especially print media faced several repression and censorship at the time of national emergency.
The shift from Radio to television was initiated at the time of national emergency.
The collaboration of Indian television channels with foreign TV networks started with the national emergency.
Correct Answer:
Mass media especially print media faced several repression and censorship at the time of national emergency.
Explanation:
The gravest challenge that the media faced was with the declaration of Emergency in 1975 and censorship of the media. Fortunately, the period ended and democracy was restored in 1977. India with its many problems can be justifiably proud of a free media.