Modern Media, Elections And democracy

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Modern Media, Elections and Democracy explores how the modern media functions in a democracy, especially during elections, when it performs the crucial role of educating people and moulding public opinion. At such times, it becomes an arena for public debate and sometimes even a check against the abuse of power. The book analyses the constraints that curb the immense power of the media. It takes up issues that restrict free political debate and, in response, studies the statutory provisions that defend and protect freedom of expression. In this context, the author refers to many legal suits, case studies, jurisprudence governing election coverage, international standards for media practices, and so on. The book identifies ways in which various forms of media exert influence on politics and argues that the modern media―in all its forms―is expanding the scope of political pluralism. Cover ......Page 1 Contents......Page 10 Foreword......Page 12 Preface......Page 14 Acknowledgements......Page 18 1 Elections and Media in Democracy......Page 20 2 Modern Media and Society......Page 42 3 Media and Elections......Page 71 4 Media Professionalism and Election Coverage......Page 82 5 The Media in Political Campaigns......Page 110 6 The Role of Television......Page 129 7 Legal Framework for Media and Elections......Page 148 8 International Case Studies on Media and Elections......Page 179 9 Media and Elections in India......Page 196 10 Ethical Considerations in Election Coverage......Page 218 Bibliography......Page 228 Index......Page 235 About the Author......Page 244