Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism — Part 1 MCQs with Explanations
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Question 1 of 40
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If we understand both journalism and mass communication, we can transform society by
Correct Answer: Option A — acting as a spokesperson for groups of people
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Option A: Acting as a spokesperson Journalism and mass communication help us understand different groups of people and their needs. By using media (newspapers, TV, internet), we can share their stories and views with a wider audience. This can lead to better understanding and positive change. Option B: Telling others what to do Mass communication is about informing and educating , not forcing people to do things. While we can present information that might influence people's decisions, telling them exactly what to do isn't the goal. That's not ethical journalism or effective communication. Putting it Together: Option A is a positive way to use journalism and mass communication. Option B isn't a good or ethical use of these skills. The Correct Answer: Therefore, the correct answer is A . We can transform society by acting as a spokesperson for different groups, giving them a voice and sharing their stories.
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Question 2 of 40
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The first Indian language newspaper was
Correct Answer: Option C — Digdarshan
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Samachar Darpan was the first newspaper published entirely in an Indian language, Bengali. It was started in 1818 by the Serampore Missionaries and is widely recognized as the first Indian language newspaper . Bangadoota was a journal that appeared slightly earlier but was multilingual and not a pure Indian language newspaper. Digdarshan was a magazine, not a newspaper. Mirat-ul-Akhbar was published in Persian, which is not considered an Indian language in this context. Therefore, Samachar Darpan (Option B: Samachar) holds the title as the first true Indian language newspaper.
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Question 3 of 40
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When was the first printing press established in India?
Correct Answer: Option E — 1556
Detailed Academic Explanation:
The first printing press in India was established in the year 1556 by the Jesuit missionaries in Goa. Key Points: The printing press was brought to India by Portuguese Jesuits to assist in their religious missions. It was initially used for printing religious texts in local languages. This marked the beginning of the printing and publishing industry in India, which played a significant role in the dissemination of knowledge. The first book printed in India was titled "Doctrina Christa", a religious text in Konkani and Tamil languages.
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Question 4 of 40
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Mass communication traditionally tends to be
Correct Answer: Option D — all of the above
Detailed Academic Explanation:
all of the above is the correct answer to “Mass communication traditionally tends to be”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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Question 5 of 40
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Which newspaper carried an advertisement in 1875 announcing presentation of a force named "Lamentations of Bharat Mata with her Children"?
Correct Answer: Option C — Amrit Bazar Patrika
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Amrit Bazar Patrika is the correct answer to “Which newspaper carried an advertisement in 1875 announcing presentation of a force named "Lamentations of Bharat Mata with her Children"”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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Question 6 of 40
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The first Indian language newspaper published in India which is still continuing was . . . . . . . .
Correct Answer: Option C — Mumbai Samachar
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Mumbai Samachar is the correct answer to “The first Indian language newspaper published in India which is still continuing was . . . . . . . .”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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Question 7 of 40
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The daily newspaper New India was established by . . . . . . . .
Correct Answer: Option B — Mrs. Annie Besant
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Mrs. Annie Besant is the correct answer to “The daily newspaper New India was established by . . . . . . . .”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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Question 8 of 40
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The Second Press Commission of India did not favour a code of ethics that was . . . . . . . .
Correct Answer: Option B — formal
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formal is the correct answer to “The Second Press Commission of India did not favour a code of ethics that was . . . . . . . .”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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Question 9 of 40
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The Second Press Commission of India recommended the establishment of . . . . . . . .
Correct Answer: Option C — Newspaper Development Corporation
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Newspaper Development Corporation is the correct answer to “The Second Press Commission of India recommended the establishment of . . . . . . . .”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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Question 10 of 40
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Short wave frequencies are used for radio communication of . . . . . . . . distance.
Correct Answer: Option B — long
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long is the correct answer to “Short wave frequencies are used for radio communication of . . . . . . . . distance.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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Question 11 of 40
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Electronic media is the most preferred medium around the world because . . . . . . . .
Correct Answer: Option D — all of the above
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all of the above is the correct answer to “Electronic media is the most preferred medium around the world because . . . . . . . .”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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Question 12 of 40
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The major objective of a community radio station is
Correct Answer: Option D — social inclusion
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social inclusion is the correct answer to “The major objective of a community radio station is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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Question 13 of 40
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Which media would be ideal to attract the attention of children to sale chocolates to them?
Correct Answer: Option C — TV (advertisements)
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TV (advertisements) is the correct answer to “Which media would be ideal to attract the attention of children to sale chocolates to them”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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Question 14 of 40
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In the print media, the GRPS is equal to the
Correct Answer: Option A — number of advertising insertions in one campaign
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number of advertising insertions in one campaign is the correct answer to “In the print media, the GRPS is equal to the”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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Question 15 of 40
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According to the Audit Bureau of Circulations, the three Indian language dailies having the maximum circulation during the period January - June, 2018 were . . . . . . . .
Correct Answer: Option A — Dainik Bhaskar, Dainik Jagaran and Hindustan
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Dainik Bhaskar, Dainik Jagaran and Hindustan is the correct answer to “According to the Audit Bureau of Circulations, the three Indian language dailies having the maximum circulation during the period January - June, 2018 were . . . . . . . .”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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Question 16 of 40
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. . . . . . . . is unmodulated - sound track made by recording silence with the microphone circuit open when commentary is recorded.
Correct Answer: Option A — Buzz Track
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Buzz Track is the correct answer to “. . . . . . . . is unmodulated - sound track made by recording silence with the microphone circuit open when commentary is recorded.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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Question 17 of 40
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In which year was the Commercial Broadcasting Service of AIR was introduced?
Correct Answer: Option C — In 1967
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In 1967 is the correct answer to “In which year was the Commercial Broadcasting Service of AIR was introduced”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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Question 18 of 40
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"The media mould the tastes and preferences of the audience." Do You agree with this statement?
Correct Answer: Option C — Partially! Some people are receptive to the messages while some others are not. Tastes and preferences do change but according to the socio-economic conditions of the audience. Complete transformation of tastes is a fallacy
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Partially! Some people are receptive to the messages while some others are not. Tastes and preferences do change but according to the socio-economic conditions of the audience. Complete transformation of tastes is a fallacy is the correct answer to “"The media mould the tastes and preferences of the audience." Do You agree with this statement”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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Question 19 of 40
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The Second Press Commission of India recommended the removal of Section 5 of the . . . . . . . .
Correct Answer: Option B — Official Secrets Act, 1923
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Official Secrets Act, 1923 is the correct answer to “The Second Press Commission of India recommended the removal of Section 5 of the . . . . . . . .”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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Question 20 of 40
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Identify the correct chronological sequence of the launch of the following newspapers.
Bengal Gazette, Bombay Courier, Bombay Samachar, Bombay Darpan is the correct answer to “Identify the correct chronological sequence of the launch of the following newspapers.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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Question 21 of 40
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Who installed the first steam printing press?
Correct Answer: Option B — John Walter II
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John Walter II is the correct answer to “Who installed the first steam printing press”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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Question 22 of 40
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In which book does David Berlo propose his model of communication?
Correct Answer: Option C — The process of communication
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The process of communication is the correct answer to “In which book does David Berlo propose his model of communication”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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Question 23 of 40
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What are net sales in the parlance of book publishing?
Correct Answer: Option B — The number of books or magazines printed by a publisher at one time
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The number of books or magazines printed by a publisher at one time is the correct answer to “What are net sales in the parlance of book publishing”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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Question 24 of 40
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The first Indian news agency floated by KC Roy in 1940 was
Correct Answer: Option C — Associated Press of India (API)
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Associated Press of India (API) is the correct answer to “The first Indian news agency floated by KC Roy in 1940 was”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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Question 25 of 40
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Match the following. List-I List-II a. Marshall McLuhan 1. German school b. Theodor Adamo 2. Canadian school c. Stuart Hall 3. American school d. Daniel Lerner 4. British school
Correct Answer: Option B — a-2, b-1, c-4, d-3
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a-2, b-1, c-4, d-3 is the correct answer to “Match the following. List-I List-II a. Marshall McLuhan 1. German school b. Theodor Adamo 2. Canadian school c. Stuart Hall 3. American school d. Daniel Lerner 4. British school”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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Question 26 of 40
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Print media is primarily not used as a tool for
Correct Answer: Option D — none of the above
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none of the above is the correct answer to “Print media is primarily not used as a tool for”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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Question 27 of 40
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Why is the repetition of a message necessary?
Correct Answer: Option B — The audience needs to be informed about the product, scenario or concept time and again, lest they should forget it altogether
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The audience needs to be informed about the product, scenario or concept time and again, lest they should forget it altogether is the correct answer to “Why is the repetition of a message necessary”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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Question 28 of 40
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. . . . . . . . is the echothat bounces back to communication.
Correct Answer: Option B — Feedback
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Feedback is the correct answer to “. . . . . . . . is the echothat bounces back to communication.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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Question 29 of 40
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The Conditional Access System (CAS) allows the viewers to
Correct Answer: Option A — select TV channels of their choice
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select TV channels of their choice is the correct answer to “The Conditional Access System (CAS) allows the viewers to”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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Question 30 of 40
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What is the job of development reporter?
Correct Answer: Option D — All the above
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All the above is the correct answer to “What is the job of development reporter”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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Question 31 of 40
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What is Adhan?
Correct Answer: Option D — A tool of oral communication
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A tool of oral communication is the correct answer to “What is Adhan”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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Question 32 of 40
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The concept of Midful Journalism has drawn inspiration from
Correct Answer: Option D — Buddhism
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Buddhism is the correct answer to “The concept of Midful Journalism has drawn inspiration from”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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Question 33 of 40
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The power of media is described as
Correct Answer: Option D — soft
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soft is the correct answer to “The power of media is described as”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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Question 34 of 40
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Assertion (A) Indian anemia to the most extent has been influenced by Western films. Reason (R) Indigenistion of foreign films through a formula of songs dance and melodrama in spite of Indian cinema.
Correct Answer: Option A — Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A is the correct answer to “Assertion (A) Indian anemia to the most extent has been influenced by Western films. Reason (R) Indigenistion of foreign films through a formula of songs dance and melodrama in spite of Indian cinema.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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Question 35 of 40
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James Carey proposed the
Correct Answer: Option D — Ritual model of communication
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Ritual model of communication is the correct answer to “James Carey proposed the”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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Question 36 of 40
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Sun is a tabloid being published from
Correct Answer: Option C — London
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London is the correct answer to “Sun is a tabloid being published from”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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Question 37 of 40
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Indian language newspapers have increased their circulation in recent years due to . . . . . . . .
Correct Answer: Option B — higher literacy of migrants from rural areas to cities
Detailed Academic Explanation:
higher literacy of migrants from rural areas to cities is the correct answer to “Indian language newspapers have increased their circulation in recent years due to . . . . . . . .”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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Question 38 of 40
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A model, which sees communication essentially as a process of transmission.
Correct Answer: Option C — Gerbner's model
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Gerbner's model is the correct answer to “A model, which sees communication essentially as a process of transmission.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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Question 39 of 40
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Who was the chairman of the Draft Akash Bharti Bill, 1978?
Correct Answer: Option A — B.G. Verghese
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B.G. Verghese is the correct answer to “Who was the chairman of the Draft Akash Bharti Bill, 1978”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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Question 40 of 40
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A type of theory that describes an ideal way for media systems to be structured and operated is referred to as
Correct Answer: Option B — Normative theory
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Normative theory is the correct answer to “A type of theory that describes an ideal way for media systems to be structured and operated is referred to as”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Introduction To Mass Communication And Journalism.
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