Aishwarya VermaAIR 4 · CSE 2021 · 151 wordsTheir whole copy
Opening · a definition
Probity in governance refers to procedural uprightness, which can be ensured through information, as information is sine qua non for transparency.
Body · points
Role of press: imparting information
(1) Provides citizens with information in an unbiased manner (empowering them)
(2) Building a public perception
(3) Highlighting irregularities in the system. eg Adarsh building scam.
(4) Ensuring accountability of the govt by asking questions.
(5) Bridging the information gap.
Press in India plays an important role in providing information but there are some irregularities -
(1) Issues of paid news: biased opinion in favour of a particular party in exchange of money.
(2) Fake news issue due to proliferation of social media.
(3) Targetting a particular section and inciting radicalism.
(4) Misrepresentation of facts for publicity. Ignoring Reality.
Media is often regarded as 4th organ of the government. It is essential that it sticks to its professional ethics for better fulfillment of its duty.
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