Asl on censorship in the media
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INTRODUCTION: Censorship involves holding back of or suppressing information that might not be considered ‘safe’ for others to know. It is practiced in the film industry as well as in organizations like media houses and even in government matters.
WHY WE NEED CENSORSHIP:
The main reason behind censorship is to ensure that the filtered information provided is in the best interests of the majority of the audience. That is why children’s programmes are clean, without any offensive language or graphic images. Some information may be too sensitive to be leaked to the general public. For instance, the video footing of the surgical strikes is a good example. Such military information should not be placed in the public realm, even if the citizens deserve to know the truth. It is important to preserve the basic culture of a nation.
THE CASE AGAINST CENSORSHIP:
It is against the fundamental right of freedom of speech. It denies people the opportunity to ‘know’ the truth. It presents an incomplete picture of the world. It can be misused, especially by politicians.
WHAT CAN BE DONE ABOUT IT:
Some amount of censorship should be exercised, though rules should be in place to ensure that it is not misused.
INTRODUCTION: Censorship involves holding back
of or suppressing information that might not be considered ‘safe’ for others to
know. It is practiced in the film industry as well as in organizations like
media houses and even in government matters.
WHY WE NEED CENSORSHIP:
The main reason behind censorship is to ensure that the filtered information provided is in the best interests of the majority of the audience. That is why children’s programmes are clean, without any offensive language or graphic images. Some information may be too sensitive to be leaked to the general public. For instance, the video footing of the surgical strikes is a good example. Such military information should not be placed in the public realm, even if the citizens deserve to know the truth. It is important to preserve the basic culture of a nation.
THE CASE AGAINST CENSORSHIP:
It is against the fundamental right of freedom of speech. It denies people the opportunity to ‘know’ the truth. It presents an incomplete picture of the world. It can be misused, especially by politicians.