History of Media — DU B. A. (Hons) Journalism Previous Year Question Papers

3. Candidates have to answer ALL 3 questions from Part A and ANY 3 questions out of 4 from Part B. 4. Questions in Part A carry 10 marks each and questions in Part B carry 20 marks each. Part A - Answer any THREE questions (3x10 = 30 marks) 1. Discuss the historical significance of the printing press in transforming communication and knowledge dissemination. Define Yellow Journalism with suitable examples. 2. Write a short note on the contribution of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar to Indian journalism. What changes took place in Indian press during the Emergency (1975-77)? 3. What is the significance of All India Radio (AIR) in India's broadcasting history? Briefly explain the early years of photography and cinema in India. Part B - Answer any THREE questions (3×20 = 60 marks) 4. Discuss in detail the historical evolution of the press in the United States and Great Britain, highlighting major milestones. Evaluate their impact on modern journalism. Examine the growth of the Indian press during the colonial period. Explain how newspapers evolved from being missionary and colonial tools to becoming instruments of political awareness. 5. Critically analyze the role of Mahatma Gandhi as a journalist and communicator. Discuss his journalistic philosophy, style of writing, use of newspapers as a tool for social awakening. Discuss the role of the Indian press during the National Freedom Movement. Explain how newspapers became tools of resistance and mass mobilization. 6. Trace the complete history and expansion of radio broadcasting in India from the colonial era to the post-independence period. Discuss key developments. Discuss how transnational television transformed the Indian media landscape in the 1990s. Analyze the impact of satellite television channels on Indian society, economy, culture and media consumption patterns. 7. Explain the historical background, objectives, and significance of the formation of Prasar Bharati. Discuss how it aimed to provide autonomy to broadcasting in Explain the carly journey of photography and cinema from scientifie innovation to mass media. How did these mediums change human perception and storytelling?