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Public Opinion in Democracy
Social Science · Kerala SSLC (Class 10) · English Medium · 20 questions and answers
Sample questions
- Q: What is public opinion?
- A: Public opinion is the collective opinion or views of a large section of the people on matters of public importance.
- Q: Why is public opinion important in a democracy?
- A: In a democracy the government is run according to the wishes of the people, so public opinion guides government policy and holds the government accountable.
- Q: What is meant by the media?
- A: The media are the means of mass communication such as newspapers, radio, television, films and the internet that spread information to large numbers of people.
- Q: Name the main types of mass media.
- A: The main types are print media (newspapers, magazines), electronic media (radio, television) and new/social media (internet, social networking sites).
- Q: Why is the press called the 'Fourth Estate'?
- A: The press is called the Fourth Estate because, like the three organs of government, it is a powerful force that influences public affairs and acts as a watchdog of democracy.
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