Investgative Reporting — DU B. A. (Hons) Journalism Previous Year Question Papers

foundational." Discuss this statement in the (b) Analyze how ethical issues, legal constraints, and 3. Candidates have to answer ALL the questions in (b) "Truth in journalism depends not only on Part A and ANY THREE questions in Part B. discovering facts but also on verifying and presenting them responsibly." Analyze this 4. Questions in Part A carry 10 marks each and statement with reference to fact-checking questions in Part B carry 20 marks each. processes, confidentiality of sources, and issues like accuracy and plagiarism. Support your answer with suitable examples. Part A Part-B (a) Explain the process of investigative reporting. How (a) "Investigative journalism is the watchdog of is it different from traditional reporting? democracy." Critically examine this statement by discussing the history, evolution, and role of Or investigative journalism in ensuring transparency (b) "Sting operations are both a tool and a controversy and accountability. in journalism." Critically examine this statement. Or 2. (a) Describe the fact-checking process in journalism. (b) Discuss the key qualities required to be an Give examples of common verification methods. investigative journalist. How do these qualities influence career opportunities and professional Or challenges in the field? (b) Discuss various types of information sources and their reliability in investigative journalism. 5. (a) Explain the importance of confidentiality of sources, distinguishing between on-record, off-record, and background information. How should journalists handle ethical dilemmas in this context? How can it be avoided? (b) Critically evaluate different variables of (b) "Ethics is the backbone of credible journalism." Explain the statement with reference to information such as eyewitness accounts, social investigative reporting. media feeds, propaganda, and whistleblowers. How can journalists verify and prioritize these sources?