Question 1

Coverage of Bangladesh and India's relations is reported through a ___________ mindset.

Accepted Answer

Coverage of international relations, including those between Bangladesh and India, can often be biased due to national interests, media perspectives, or political agendas.

Question 2

In May 1998, the NDA Government led by A. N. Vajpayee undertook ___________, a second round of testing of nuclear weapons where India was hailed as becoming a part of the Nuclear Club.

Accepted Answer

Operation Shakti was the code name for the series of nuclear tests conducted by India in May 1998 under the leadership of Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, marking India's entry into the Nuclear Club.

Question 3

Initially, a majority of the media __________ issues like whether India being a developing country could afford the investment in nuclear arms.

Accepted Answer

The correct choice is "did not examine," as it implies that initially, the media did not focus on or scrutinize the implications of India's investment in nuclear arms, especially in the context of its status as a developing country.

Question 4

The international media ___________ India's nuclear tests in the 1990s and stated that when the world was moving towards nuclear non proliferation India's step would spark off an arms race in Asia.

Accepted Answer

The international media strongly criticised India's nuclear tests in the 1990s, viewing them as a move contrary to global efforts towards nuclear non-proliferation and fearing they would trigger an arms race in Asia.

Question 5

In 2008, India signed an agreement with _________ under which India would separate its civil and military nuclear facilities in exchange for full civil nuclear cooperation. Most of the Indian media welcomed this treaty.

Accepted Answer

In 2008, India signed a landmark civil nuclear agreement with the United States, known as the U.S.-India Civil Nuclear Agreement or Indo-US nuclear deal, which allowed India to separate its civil and military nuclear facilities and engage in full civil nuclear cooperation with the United States. This agreement was significant in recognizing India's growing energy needs and its status as a responsible actor in the field of nuclear non-proliferation, despite not being a signatory to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT).

Question 6

Most of the media coverage looks at the international deals and agreements with respect to nuclearisation, but ____________

Accepted Answer

Most media coverage focuses on the international aspects of nuclear deals but often neglects to discuss the impact these deals have on various stakeholders and regions.

Question 7

Which one of the following is not very necessary for the formation of public opinion?

Accepted Answer

Neighbourhood, while influential in shaping individual opinions, is not as crucial on a larger scale for the formation of public opinion as cinema, press, and political parties, which have broader reach and impact.

Question 8

Which one of the following is not true about the role of political parties in the formation of public opinion?

Accepted Answer

Political parties play a significant role in shaping public opinion through various means such as spreading political literature, drawing attention to national affairs, and holding public meetings. However, the selection of candidates is a function of political parties related to their internal decision-making processes rather than the formation of public opinion.

Question 9

For the formation of sound public opinion it is essential that:

Accepted Answer

For sound public opinion, it is crucial that mass media remains free from government control to ensure diverse viewpoints and unbiased information.

Question 10

What was the Israaeli offensive in Gaza in 2014 called?

Accepted Answer

Operation Protective Edge was the name given to the Israeli offensive in Gaza in 2014.

Question 11

How did the Western Media cover the Gaza Conflict?

Accepted Answer

The Western media has often been criticized for showing a bias in favor of Israel during the Gaza Conflict, focusing on Israel's security concerns and underreporting Palestinian perspectives and casualties.

Question 12

Which mode of communication did ISIS use for spreading propaganda and recruiting?

Accepted Answer

ISIS extensively used social media platforms for spreading propaganda and recruiting members. This approach allowed them to reach a global audience efficiently and effectively.

Question 13

Which one of these countries, despite having a direct link to Al-Qaeda, was not invaded by the US?

Accepted Answer

Saudi Arabia, despite being the nationality of 15 of the 19 September 11 attackers and having indirect links to Al-Qaeda, was not invaded by the US. The US instead chose to invade Afghanistan and Iraq following the September 11 attacks, citing different reasons for each. Iran, while often in conflict with US interests, was also not invaded.

Question 14

Social Problem means

Accepted Answer

Social problems refer to issues that affect a significant number of people within a society. They are often public concerns that go beyond personal or family issues, thus "state of affairs" is the most accurate description among the given options.

Question 15

Rape, Abduction, Murder is an example of :

Accepted Answer

Rape, Abduction, and Murder are all examples of criminal violence, which is violence that is committed against a person or property and is punishable by law.

Question 16

Article 17 of Indian Constitution deals with?

Accepted Answer

Article 17 of the Indian Constitution abolishes "untouchability" and forbids its practice in any form.

Question 17

Which caste comes under Atrocities Act?

Accepted Answer

The Atrocities Act, formally known as the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, is specifically designed to prevent atrocities against members of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes.

Question 18

Marginalisation refers to______

Accepted Answer

Marginalisation refers to the process or state where certain groups of people are pushed to the edge of society, making it difficult for them to access resources, rights, and opportunities, effectively removing them from full participation in society.

Question 19

The under representation of dalits in Indian media leads to____________

Accepted Answer

The underrepresentation of Dalits in Indian media often results in the elimination or marginalization of news related to Dalit issues, as their perspectives and stories are less likely to be covered or prioritized.

Question 20

Marginalised are considered as_________________

Accepted Answer

Marginalized groups refer to segments of society that experience discrimination and exclusion due to unequal power relationships across economic, political, social, and cultural dimensions. Scheduled castes, scheduled tribes, denotified tribes, nomadic tribes, etc., are often considered marginalized because they face systemic barriers, social stigma, and lack access to resources and opportunities.

Quiz 7: Media and Democracy: Examining the Role of Press and Public Opinion in Politics