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Powerful Steps to Master the Process of Communication in 2025

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Process of Communication | Concept The word communication is drawn from the Latin word communis, which means communication. Communication is, therefore, a dynamic process of action and interaction through the sharing or exchange of ideas, information, knowledge, attitudes, or feelings among two or more persons through certain signs and symbols toward a desired goal in order to […]

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Media Policy in India Explained (2025)

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Media Policy in India Media in India is mostly self-regulated. Different regulation bodies exist for various media types, such as the Press Council of India for print, the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) for films, and the Cable Television Network (Regulation) Act 1995 for television. There is no CBFC certification for TV programs and

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Journalism in India: 5 Significant Insights Revealed

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The phrase “journalism in India” is a vast topic covering various critical aspects of Indian journalism. To fully comprehend this topic, we must understand the historical context, structural composition, technological transformation, the constitutional and legal framework under which it operates, and contemporary challenges. Historical Context Indian journalism has a complex history of resistance, enlightenment, and

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A Critical Evaluation of Media Education in India in 2025

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Media Education: An Introduction India has a 5,000-year history and is the largest democracy in the world. It has 28 states and eight union territories, and its population speaks 22 officially recognized languages and many dialects. The country’s diverse geography, climate, culture, and languages have influenced journalism and media education development. Media education in India

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Landmark Changes of Press Commission of India in 1952, and 1978

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Press Commission of India The use of press controls as instruments of imperial power during India’s colonial history significantly influenced the evolution of media regulations in the country. Therefore, analyzing how British colonial press regulations influenced the media landscape is essential, leading to the need for press commissions in independent India. Colonial Press Control: Origins

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Press Council of India (PCI)

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Press Council of India: Introduction The Press Council of India (PCI) is a statutory quasi-judicial autonomous authority established to preserve press freedom while maintaining and improving the standards of newspapers and news agencies in India. It was first set up in 1966 under the Indian Press Council Act, 1965, based on the recommendations of the

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5 Components of Media Literacy to Empower Your Digital Life

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Media Literacy: Introduction Digital technologies are making media awareness increasingly important. Media literacy, information literacy, and digital literacy represent the three most prominent concepts that emphasize a critical perspective on media messages. In today’s world, information is accessible in vast quantities and diverse forms. Alongside its abundance, it can be accessed through various forms, yet

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Understanding Media Criticism: From Traditional Mass Media to Digital Networks

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Media criticism evaluates and challenges the practices, representations, and roles of media institutions. It is a key form of political discourse that holds journalists and journalism institutions accountable. It functions as a tool for social change, focusing on maintaining journalistic standards or addressing systemic issues in media production. Media criticism today has transformed considerably from

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Formation of States in India: Powerful Influence of Media in 6 Decades

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Part 1: Historical Context of Media and Language Politics The role of media in shaping linguistic identity and subsequently influencing the formation of states in India has its roots in the pre-independence era. To understand this complex interplay, we must examine the historical context of media and language politics in colonial India. The Rise of

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Language Press in India: A Continuing Legacy Since 1818

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Language Press in India The press in India has significantly influenced public opinion and directed the collective energy of the populace during the nation’s fight for independence. Print media was crucial in supporting democracy and nation-building immediately after independence. After independence, the Government of India established the First Press Commission under Justice G.S. Rajadhyaksha in

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