Consider the following statements and select the option that indicates the correct role of media in a democracy:
A. It should provide information to citizens through news.
B. It should provide the point of view of the advertiser, through its news programmes.
C. It must discuss the views of all sections.
A.Only A and B
B.Only B and C
C.Only A and C✓ Correct
D.A, B and C
Explanation
In a democracy, the media's role is to provide accurate, balanced information to citizens (A) and to give voice to the views of all sections of society (C). Presenting the views of advertisers through news programmes (B) compromises media independence and impartiality, and is not a legitimate democratic role. Hence A and C only.
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