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2021

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the theme of 2021 World Press Freedom Day?
A
Journalism Safety
B
Information as a Public Good
C
Journalism without Fear or Favour
D
Safety of Women and Men Journalists and Media Workers
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -This year’s World Press Freedom Day theme “Journalism under digital siege, ” spotlights the multiple ways in which journalism is endangered by surveillance and digitally-mediated attacks on journalists, and the consequences of all this on public trust in digital communications.

Detailed explanation-2: -The theme of National Press Day 2022 is “The Media’s Role is Nation Building”.

Detailed explanation-3: -Therefore, we welcome everyone to join for the 2023 topic of Shaping a Future of Rights: Freedom of Expression as a driver for all Other Human Rights.

Detailed explanation-4: -India is ranked 150 out of 180 countries when it comes to freedom of the press, according to the 2022 World Press Freedom Index published by Reporters Without Borders. The index was published today, May 3, which is also World Press Freedom Day. India ranked 142 in both 2020 and 2021 .

Detailed explanation-5: -Detailed Solution. The correct answer is Kyo Soe and Wa Lone (Myanmar). The UNESCO’s/Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize is awarded for outstanding contribution in the defense and promotion of freedom of press anywhere in the world by any person, organization, or institution.

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