PRESS MEDIA : fourth pillar of democracy.
" Press Media" is the form of mass communication that basically includes forms of Print Media it includes newspaper, magazine etc . Press and print media was activated in 18th century in India. press Media was introduced in1780s although, radio broadcasting was setup in 1927s. Press Media includes reporters, photographers, person who works for newspaper, magazines,media may also include TV, radio, internet etc. James Hickey introduced printing press for the first time in india. Governor General lord Metcalf became ruler in 1835 he was in power and was in favour of freedom of press. 16th of November is celebrated as the National Press Day as a symbol of free and responsible press in India. And 3rd of May is celebrated as World Press Freedom Day. Basically, Media is the Fourth pillar of democracy this was coined by sir Thomas Carley. Reason behind the Media is called the fourth pillar is due to important role of media in ...