Test Papers / Previous Question Papers of Indira Gandhi National Open University JMC2 Mass Media and Society December 2006

Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism and Mass Communication (JMC)
Term-End Examination

JMC2: Mass Media and Society

Time: 3 hours
Maximum Marks: 100
Weightage: 70%

Note : Attempt any five questions. All questions carry equal marks.

1. What are the charecteristics of the freedom of press as guaranteed by the Indian Constitution? (20)

2. Critically analyse the strengths and limitations of the folk mediain disseminating development messages. (20)

3. Examine the social impact of advertising on Indian society. (20)

4. Discuss the role of television in a developed country like India. (20)

5. What constitutes defamaton? Discuss the various defences against it by giving suitable examples. (20)

6. What is ths relevance of the New World information and Communication Order for developing countries in the 21st century? (20)

7. Discuss the various recommendatians on television software as suggested by atleast two committees appointed by the government. (20)

8. "Communication is an integral part of human civilisation and culture." Camment. (20)

9. Discuss the role of mass media in protection of human rights, citing suitable examples. (20)

10. Write short notes on any two of the following: 2x10=20
(a) Reuters
(b) BBC
(c) Right to Information
(d) Contempt of Court

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