Problems and perspectives of the relationship between the media and human rights / edited by G.P. Pandey, Charu Joshi and Paromita Das.

In a democratic political system, the media is often entrusted with the responsibility of guarding the rights of the people. As such, it is essential to critically look at its role and functions in our present socio-political context. This book represents a comprehensive analysis of the following co...

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Other Authors: Pandey, G. P. (Gyan Prakash) (Editor), Joshi, Charu (Editor), Das, Paromita (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Newcastle upon Tyne, UK : Cambridge Scholars Publishing, 2017.
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Summary:In a democratic political system, the media is often entrusted with the responsibility of guarding the rights of the people. As such, it is essential to critically look at its role and functions in our present socio-political context. This book represents a comprehensive analysis of the following core issues: the role of the media in educating, protecting and promoting human rights; the challenges facing the media and human rights; human rights reporting and coverage; and the media's role during violations of human rights, especially with regards to women. The book also contains suggestions an.
Physical Description:1 online resource : illustrations
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references.
ISBN:9781443878326
1443878324
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