Advantages and disadvantages of media in democracy
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*Advantages of Media in Democracy-
1- Media is said to be THE WATCH DOG of democracy.
2- Media keeps the public familiar with all the actions of the govt.
3- It is an intermediate between the government and the people which makes them aware about each other.
4- It is one of the best ways to spread awareness ,about the political views, among the citizens of a democratic nation.
5- After all Media is said to be the Fourth Pillar of Democracy.
*Disadvantages of Media in Democracy -
1- It is sometimes used by some political leaders to shape the public opinion in a wrong manner.
2- It may happen that the media would support only one political party and hence show the fake news.
3-It also spread misconceptions among people which would result in the lack of basic foundation in a democratic nation.
In last, It can be concluded that every coin has 2 sides and a great power always brings with it great responsibilities. So it totally depends on the people what they think to be more favourable.