When Pakistan came into being, what was the center of journalistic activities?

Lahore
Against which newspaper the Central Powers Act was utilized by the government?

zamindar
When Press and Publication Ordinance (PPO) was initiated?

1963
Who was the author of the famous book “The Press in Chains”?

Zamir Niazi
 After independence in 1947, what were the main centers of journalism in East
Pakistan?
Dhaka and Chittagong
What was the justification by the government behind the establishment of a
National Press Trust?
To raise the standard of journalism and editorial policy
Under which ordinance the TV channels were closed during the government-
judiciary cases in 2007?
PEMRA ORDINANCE 2002
What sort of media was regulated under the PEMRA ordinance of March 1, 2002?
Electronic/broadcast media
What among the following is considered to be a step in line with the Universal
Declaration of Human Rights 1948?
Freedom of Information Ordinance 2002
Under the defamation ordinance 2002 how much-revised penalty was supposed to
be charged from the one who is proven guilty?
Rs. 100,000
Who can be the chairman of the Press Council of Pakistan?
Retired supreme judge or person qualified to be a judge
Which ordinance has repealed the PPO of 1963 and the RPPO of 1988?
Press, Newspapers and News Agencies Registration Ordinance (PNNARO) 2002
What sort of advertisements are prohibited to be aired by the PEMRA?
Advertisements that promote obscenity and violence
Which of the following content should be broadcasted in timeslots that are less
accessible to the children?
Horror and supernatural
When does a media need to present a corrigendum?
If any false information is aired
How the incidents of violence, accidents, and crime should be covered according
to the ruling of the PEMRA?
Coverage of such incidents should not incite and glamorize violence
How the information in news, current affairs, and documentary programs should be
presented in media?
Objective, accurate and balanced
According to the provisions of PEMRA regulation, how much foreign content can
be aired by a licensee in a calendar day (24-hr)?
10% of the whole content
When the personal information of an individual can be revealed as per the
regulations of the PEMRA?
If prior written permission has been obtained from such a person
What sort of content for children is prohibited and should not be presented in
media?
Frightening, or containing violence
Content that adversely affects the well-being of children
Deceptive, or misleading
Which authority issues licenses to cable operators for distribution systems in
Pakistan?
Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority
Which among the following deals with the regulatory issues on the content over
the internet?
PTA
Why introducing regulatory regimes and issuing licenses to the private sector is
essential?
It’s mandatory for independent and free media
What made it possible to use telecommunication networks for broadcasting?
Technological advancement

Who among the following is also a board member of the PEMRA? Federal

Secretary of Information

What sort of an issue PEMRA is facing in Pakistan?

The trust deficit between licensees and the PEMRA

Which authority was linked with the PEMRA in 2007 by the Government of
Pakistan?
Ministry of Information and Broadcasting

Which of the following statements best describes an aspect the PEMRA is

authorized for?
It issues licenses to broadcast media – radio and television
Which among the following is responsible to set journalistic professional
standards?
Press council
What was the title of the Hutchins Commission report that was published in 1947?
A free and responsible press
When the first Press Commission of Pakistan was established?
1954
Who was the co-founder of Magazine Times in 1923?
Henry Luce
What was the name of the press commission established in India between 1952-
1954?
The Indian press commission
What are the duties of a Press Council in a democratic system?
To serve as a mediator between a complainant and the media
To single out media for breaching ethical guidelines
To accept complaints about media
Who has the authority to appoint the chairman of the Press Council of Pakistan?
President
Which ordinance was promulgated in Pakistan on 26 October 2002?
Press Council of Pakistan Ordinance
Why people in Pakistan don’t make the media accountable if it is violating ethics?
Poor economic poor
Culture of ignoring wrong
Poor literacy rate
Which of the following statement is true ethically for the media while serving in
elections?
Media should become an unbiased platform for election debates
What sort of information media should present to the people?
Based on facts with evidence
What sort of press in Pakistan seems to violate the code of ethics to a greater
extent?
Regional/local press
How journalists can be sensitized to follow the code of ethics?
By repeated-training sessions
As which sort of institution the media is working in a society?
Social institution
Which among the following describes the primary purpose behind the
establishment of the Press Council of Pakistan?
To protect the freedom of the press
In which societies do the masses play a role in the enforcement of the code of
ethics?
Developed societies
In how many days of publication a complainant has to give notice to the editor or
publisher to raise his concern regarding published material?
15 days
What sort of media the Press Council of Pakistan deals with?
Print media
Under section-14 of the Press Council of Pakistan, what sort of rights the inquiry
commission has?
Issue summons for the examination of witnesses
Receive evidence
Enforce the attendance of any person
How much fee has to be deposited in the name of the “Press Council of Pakistan”
if the complaint is lodged by an individual?
1000 rupees
How a complaint can be made by an individual in PCP?
By filling out a complaint form from PCP
What sort of matter cannot be entertained for the complaint by the Press Council of
Pakistan?
Matter pending in any court of law
How many members are there in the inquiry commission or committee of PCP for
deciding the complaints?
3
When reporting on sensitive issues in the public interest, what should be kept in
mind?
Public, societal, and moral values
What is the public interest in governance and accountability?
Promoting democracy and human rights
What should be avoided in journalism in order to protect an individual's reputation
and integrity?
Reporting on their private lives
What is the public interest in responsible journalism?
Encouraging journalists to report truthfully and ethically
What is a public space?
A social space that is generally open and accessible to people
What is the origin of the word "paparazzi"?
An Italian dialect word that describes a buzzing mosquito
What are some examples of activities that fall under the public interest in
broadcasting?
Preventing the public from being misled
Protecting public health and safety
Exposing crime and serious impropriety
What does the term "public interest" refer to?
The welfare of the general public
Which of the following is not an international copyright law that Pakistan is a
signatory to?
Madrid Protocol, 1989
What is the purpose of filing an application for copyright registration in Pakistan?
To obtain a certificate of copyright
Which organization administers TRIPS Agreement?
WTO
What is the Universal Copyright Convention?
An international agreement governing copyright
What is the duration of copyright for cinematographic works and records in
Pakistan?
50 years after first publication
Which of the following works are protected by copyright in Pakistan?
Literary works only
Cinematographic works only
Artistic works only
What does copyright regulate?
The distribution of creative work
The alteration of creative work
The use of work by creators
Which law governs copyright in Pakistan?
The Copyright Act 1962 (amended in 2000)
Who retains the copyright to a work?
The author or creator of the work
Which element is necessary to prove criminal contempt?
Men rea
Which type of contempt is committed outside the court?
Indirect contempt
What is the definition of contempt of court in Pakistan?
Any act that obstructs, hinders or embarrasses the court's administration of justice
What is the definition of criminal contempt?
Conduct that obstructs the administration of justice and brings the court into
disrepute
In what situations can contempt of court impinge on media law?
When the media reports on court proceedings inaccurately
What is civil contempt?
Failing to do something ordered by a court in a civil action for the benefit of the
opposing party
What is the consequence for failing to disclose a source after a court order has been
made?
Contempt of court
Which type of contempt is committed inside the court?
Direct contempt
Which of the following is an example of phone use etiquette?
Using the phone safely and respectfully in public places
What personal information may be used to gain access to a person's financial
accounts?
Mother’s maiden name only

Date of birth and ID card number only

Name and address only

What are some of the negative aspects of the Internet?
Privacy concerns
Spam and viruses
Cutting off people who lack access to it
What adverse consequences can the victim of identity theft suffer?
Loss of money

Damage to credit score

Legal trouble
What is phishing?
The act of sending spam emails to many people
What is the main purpose of considering the implications of new technologies?
To encourage positive choices regarding their uses
What are some of the new information and communication technologies (ICTs)?
TiVo and iPod
Podcast and blog
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
What is identity theft?
Stealing someone's personally identifying information without permission
What is IPTV?
A system for delivering television services using the Internet protocol suite
What is DTH?
A method of receiving signals from geostationary satellites directly at the
subscriber's location.
What is the meaning of the term "teleport"?
Send your location
What does the prefix "tele" mean?
Send
Which of the following technologies is used by Mobile Network Operators to
distribute mobile TV content to subscribers?
GPRS/EDGE, 3G networks
How is cable TV different from traditional broadcast television?
Cable TV signals are transmitted through coaxial cables.
What is up-linking?
Transmission of audio-video signal from ground to satellite
What is down-linking?
Transmission of audio-video signal from satellite to ground
What is the function of the Law & Regulation Division of PTA?
To regulate the telecommunication systems in Pakistan
What is the main objective of the PTA in promoting telecommunication services?
To ensure high-quality and efficient services
Which division manages the finances of the PTA?
Finance Division
What is the main function of the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA)?
To establish telecommunication companies
Which division of PTA is responsible for granting and renewing licensing for any
telecommunication system and service?
Licensing Division
What is the responsibility of the PTA regarding revenue sharing?
To regulate arrangements for sharing of revenue among service providers
Who appoints the Chairman of the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority?
The Federal Government
What is an 'off-net' call?
A call made to another operator's network
Which of the following is not a type of interconnection?
Connection of cable TV networks to the Public Switched Telephone Network
What are the types of charges included in interconnection charges?
Charges for supplementary services and ancillary facilities only
Charges for making and receiving calls only
Charges for installing and maintaining equipment only
Which is the incumbent mobile operator in AJ&K since 2003?
SCO
Which companies have been identified as SMP operators in Pakistan?
PTCL and SCO
What is the importance of interconnection in the telecom market?
 It is essential for extending the scope and efficiency of the telecom network
 Which division deals with licensing of telecom systems and services in Pakistan?
PTA Licensing division
What is network interconnection?
Linking up of one telecom operator to the infrastructure facilities of another
What is the main reason for combining wireline and wireless networks in most services?
To improve coverage and efficiency
Which of the following is a result of convergence in the media landscape?
Limitless data sharing in any location around the world
Which type of radio is widely utilized?
FM Radio

What is the Digital Age?

A time when there is a fundamental transformation in communication
What are some of the new regulatory challenges arising in the Digital Age?
Balancing privacy and security concerns
What is the trend in how broadcasting and telecommunications are developing?
They are becoming more integrated
What was the original purpose of Internet technology?
Defense research 
What is the most popular activity among the younger generation?
Playing video games

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