Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Sociology

Chapter

Social Change and Development in India: Mass Media and Communication

Question:

Who considered media to be 'Watchdog of democracy'?

Options:

Gandhi

Jinnah

Nehru

Ambedkar

Correct Answer:

Nehru

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) → Nehru

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.