Media Laws And Ethics - Study Mode

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[#81] Though there is no low empowering the state or its officials to prohibit or to impose a prior restraint upon the press/media, yet which of the following acts equally binds the press or media?

(A) Indian Press Act, 1910

(B) The Official Secrets Act, 1923

(C) Press Council of Indian Act, 1965

(D) Right to Information Act, 2005

Correct Answer

(B) The Official Secrets Act, 1923

[#82] Math the following. List-I (Modes of Communication) List-II (Years) a. Telephone Broadcasting 1. 1927 b. Radio Broadcasting 2. 1974 c. Cable Radio 3. 1928 d. Direct Broadcasting Satellite 4. 1881

(A) a-1, b-2, c-3, d-4

(B) a-4, b-1, c-3, d-2

(C) a-3, b-4, c-1, d-2

(D) a-4, b-3, c-4, d-1

Correct Answer

(B) a-4, b-1, c-3, d-2

[#83] Which of these statements regarding press in correct? 1. The actual magnitude of autonomy regarding the functioning of press is quite contentious in India. 2. The media barons are constantly controlling the press. 3. Indian press maintains its sanctity through honest journalism.

(A) Only 1

(B) Only 2

(C) 1 and 3

(D) None of these

Correct Answer

(A) Only 1

[#84] Which kind of offence is 'Defamation in India?

(A) Civil

(B) Criminal

(C) Both A and B

(D) Neither A nor B

Correct Answer

(C) Both A and B

[#85] Which one of the following is the threat for the journalism?

(A) Bias

(B) Publication of insulting remarks

(C) Accuracy

(D) Both A and B

Correct Answer

(D) Both A and B