Problems and Perspectives of the Relationship. Between the Media and Human Rights

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In a democratic political system, the media is often entrusted with the responsibility of guarding the rights of the people. As such, it is essential to critically look at its role and functions in our present socio-political context. This book represents a comprehensive analysis of the following core issues: the role of the media in educating, protecting and promoting human rights; the challenges facing the media and human rights; human rights reporting and coverage; and the media's role during violations of human rights, especially with regards to women. The book also contains suggestions and measures to increase awareness on human rights. Furthermore, it discusses the existing discourse of human rights and the media in India, Nepal and Bangladesh. Contents......Page 6 List of Graphs / Illustrations......Page 8 List of Tables......Page 9 Preface......Page 10 Acknowledgements......Page 16 List of Abbreviations......Page 18 Chapter One......Page 22 Chapter Two......Page 32 Chapter Three......Page 49 Chapter Four......Page 60 Chapter Five......Page 73 Chapter Six......Page 85 Chapter Seven......Page 95 Chapter Eight......Page 107 Chapter Nine......Page 120 Chapter Ten......Page 133 Chapter Eleven......Page 149 Chapter Twelve......Page 173 Chapter Thirteen......Page 182