Question 1

Who heads the radio station at private FM radio station ?

Accepted Answer

The General Manager typically heads a private FM radio station, overseeing all operations, including programming, sales, and administration.

Question 2

The different types of microphones are

Accepted Answer

Microphones can be classified based on their directional characteristics into uni-directional, bi-directional, and omni-directional types, making all of these correct options.

Question 3

Which of the following is a news value

Accepted Answer

Objectivity is a news value because it refers to the principle of reporting facts and information accurately and without bias, which is essential in journalism.

Question 4

What is hard lead in radio news ?

Accepted Answer

Hard lead in radio news refers to the introduction of a news story that is based on facts and recent incidents, providing the audience with the most important and timely information right away.

Question 5

Which of the following is the news source for radio ?

Accepted Answer

Radio news sources include news agencies, reporters, and correspondents, as they all contribute to gathering and providing news content for radio broadcasts.

Question 6

Which one of the following is an Indian news agency ?

Accepted Answer

PTI, or Press Trust of India, is a major Indian news agency providing news coverage and information services in India.

Question 7

Which division of AIR is used for News ?

Accepted Answer

The correct division of AIR used for News is the News Service Division.

Question 8

Which of the following is a way of communicating radio news using the Internet?

Accepted Answer

Podcasting is a method of distributing audio or video content over the Internet, which can include radio news, making it a way of communicating radio news using the Internet.

Question 9

Which of the followng is a private radio station ?

Accepted Answer

Radio Mirchi is a private FM radio station in India, operated by the Entertainment Network India Ltd (ENIL), which is one of the subsidiaries of The Times Group. Vividh Bharati and Yuva Vani are operated by All India Radio, a government entity.

Question 10

Podcasting is over the internet .

Accepted Answer

Podcasting is a type of broadcasting that is distributed over the internet.

Question 11

News writer has to keep in mind the precise details of

Accepted Answer

A news writer must adhere to time limits to ensure timely reporting and relevance of the news to the audience.

Question 12

Which of the followng is not the function of Radio?

Accepted Answer

Radio serves various functions including information dissemination, education, and entertainment. However, fragmentation is not a function of radio. Fragmentation refers to the process or state of breaking or being broken into small or separate parts, which is not a purpose or function of radio broadcasting.

Question 13

Who is the current chairman of Prasar Bharati

Accepted Answer

Dr. A Suryaprakash was appointed as the chairman of Prasar Bharati.

Question 14

Where does radio news are stored ?

Accepted Answer

Radio news is stored in archives, which are collections of historical records and documents, including audio recordings of news broadcasts.

Question 15

Duration of news bulletin varies from ?

Accepted Answer

The duration of news bulletins can vary significantly, often ranging from 5 minutes to 30 minutes, depending on the format, content, and the broadcasting platform's policy.

Question 16

What is it called when different radio stations are connected ?

Accepted Answer

Radio Bridge is the term used when different radio stations are connected, allowing them to share and broadcast the same content simultaneously.

Question 17

What is fair, neutral reporting called in context to news reporting?

Accepted Answer

Fair and neutral reporting is characterized by truth and accuracy, ensuring that the information presented is factual and unbiased.

Question 18

What is the purpose of broadcasting locally a radio programme ?

Accepted Answer

Broadcasting a radio programme locally is primarily aimed at making content accessible and understandable to a specific community, ensuring that the information or entertainment provided is relevant and engaging to the local audience.

Question 19

Presenter for special audience programme

Accepted Answer

A compere is the correct term for a presenter, especially in the context of a special audience program. They are responsible for hosting, introducing segments, and engaging with the audience, making them the most suitable choice among the options provided.

Question 20

When was the first news bulletin broadcasted from AIR ?

Accepted Answer

The first news bulletin was broadcasted from All India Radio (AIR) in 1936.

Quiz 1: Radio Journalism and Broadcasting