Media Laws and Society — DU B. A. (Hons) Journalism Previous Year Question Papers

Writing & Public Mischief (BNS 353 / IPC 153a)? Explain the legal provisions with some examples. the important laws pertaining to pornography and Indecent representation of Protection of Women against Sexual Harassment 3. Candidates have to answer ALL the questions in Part A and ANY THREE questions in 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 : Part B - Answer any THREE questions : 1. (a) What are the important feature of freedom of 4. (a) Explain the scope and significance of Freedom of speech and expression under Article 19(I)(a) and Expression under Article 19(1)(a). Discuss the 19(2). reasonable restrictions under Article 19(2) with suitable examples from media practice. (b) How does defamation limit the freedom of expression? Explain. (b) Discuss the concepts of libel and slander in the context of media and elaborate on how do 2. (a) Discuss the importance of the Right to Information defamation laws balance freedom of expression in a fair trial. and individual reputation. Or 5. (a) Examine the impact of the Right to Information (RTI) on transparency in media reporting and its (b) How can media trials affect justice? role in strengthening democracy. 3. (a) What are the ethical issues in social media under Or the IT Act, 2000? (b) What do you understand by the idea of a fair trial Or in a democracy? Explain how does trial by media affect judicial processes and public opinion. (b) Elaborate your answer on the representation and reporting of issues pertaining to marginalized 6. (a) Analyze the issues of privacy and surveillance with communities in Indian media. the coming of digital technology in modern society and discuss how do technological advancements challenge individual rights.