Media – Is it secular? By R. G. Jamkar

Indian Media – Is it secular? By R. G. Jamkar – Free eBook

Dear Reader,

In India, the electronic media and  internet have opened up the communication channels that run 24×7.

The revolution in mobile technology has brought the people much closer to the instant updates on the latest happenings. Social media, bookmarkings, tweets etc. have added wings to the information sharing. Websites, portals, free video hosting and of course blogging have allowed both professional columnists and the public to have an level playing ground to  express views and opinions.

This is the present day scenario in which the modern India is undergoing a phenomenal change in its socio, political, economical and spiritual ideas. 

It is no more a surprise that almost all political parties are associated with one or more channels either directly or indirectly. The print media too is a hub of newspapers & magazines that are inclined towards political parties, ideologies and agendas. Online media, with no exception, is divided in to innumerable groups. 

Ever since India has been declared as the secular country, the political parties, intellectuals etc. are trying to uphold the secular image. There were incidents that have had repercussions on the secular fabric of this country. They are rising issues like “what is secular”, “who is secular” and at times “why to be secular?” 

In this context, would it be worthwhile to review the Indian media and its stand on critical issues which impact the country and its populace?

 

Media – Is it really secular?

Mr. Rajesh Govind Jamkar, an academician by profession and a writer by passion, thought affirmatively on the above question and has penned his views in a book titled as “Media – Is It Really Secular?“.

In this book the author basically examines whether the Indian media is secular or is it hurting Hindu sentiments. Mr. Jamkar critically reviews and presents his arguments on the media’s behaviour in handling sensitive issues of national importance like Godhra, Vadodara, Sangli incidents, Ishrat Jehan encounter etc.  He also reviews other allied topics such as Salman Rushdie, Taslima Nasreen and M. F. Hussain.

North Eastern states is another important subject that the writer brings up for public discussion. He questions media’s approach on these states.

We are thankful to Mr. Rajesh Jamkar for permitting us to publish his work as a free eBook for our readers.

Read “Media – Is It Really Secular?”….

 

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Team Avakaaya

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