Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow. [5x2=10] Newspapers are a great power in themselves. They are a great power to be reckoned with so much that even every mighty and…

Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow. [5x2=10] Newspapers are a great power in themselves. They are a great power to be reckoned with so much that even every mighty and influential persons in politics, industries or social life can't dare to face their hostility. Their freedom and power is of vital significance in democratic countries. They work as the watchdogs of democracy, human rights and individual freedom. They fill the gap between the public and the government and administration by working as a bridge and meaningful means of dialogue. They are not only one of the mass media but much more. They keep the public informed about the policies, programmes and plannings of the government and record the people's reactions, views, opinions etc. They help in making public opinion as nothing else can do. Personal freedom is the essence of democracy and it is reflected in the freedom and influence of the press and the newspapers. Newspapers should have full freedom to.