5 Questions
What was the only state-owned medium for news dissemination when Pakistan was established in 1947?
radio
What other media did the state come to own and run over the next two decades?
newspapers, magazines, and television channel
What factors contributed to the increase in the number of privately-owned newspapers and magazines?
rise in literacy rate and increased readership
What two trends contributed to a widespread political awareness in Pakistan during its first military government?
higher literacy rate and concentration of population in cities
Why did some political parties start publishing their own newspapers and magazines?
to cater to a rapidly politicizing populace
Quiz: Media Landscape in Pakistan Post-Independence Discover the evolution of media in Pakistan after its independence in 1947. Test your knowledge on how the state took control of newspapers, magazines, and television, while privately-owned media outlets flourished. Explore the significant changes that shaped Pakistan's media landscape during this transformative period.
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