why is freedom of the press important in a democracy
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Democratic states
A free and independent press has been theorized to be a key mechanism of a functioning, healthy democracy. In the absence of censorship, journalism exists as a watchdog of private and government action, providing information to maintain an informed citizenry of voters.
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It is important because press is the way through which people get informed about government actions. (for 1 mark)
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- Press or the media is the way through which people get informed about government actions.
- Freedom of press is important for preserving democracy in a country.
- Press has an indirect impact on elections.
- Corrupted press may result in bad decisions among people while choosing the members who make laws.
- Moreover, citizens of India have the right to get accurate information except those related with security, which must not be violated.
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