PCI invites claims from eligible Associations of Persons for 15th Term Reconstitution
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Why in news
The Press Council of India (PCI) issued a notice inviting claims from news agency associations to reconstitute its 15th term under the Press Council Act, 1978.
Background
The Press Council of India is a statutory quasi-judicial authority established by the Press Council Act, 1978. Its mandate includes preserving press freedom and improving press standards in India; the 14th term concluded on October 5, 2024.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyPress Council of India (PCI) is a statutory quasi-judicial authority.
- Act / BillThe Press Council Act, 1978, governs the constitution and mandate of the PCI.
- FactThe deadline for submitting claims for the 15th term reconstitution is June 19, 2026.
- FactThe 14th term of the Press Council of India concluded on October 5, 2024.
For Mains
Q. Examine the role of statutory bodies like the Press Council of India in upholding the freedom of the press and ensuring ethical standards in Indian journalism.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Institutional autonomy: Balancing the role of a quasi-judicial body in regulating media standards without infringing on editorial freedom.
- Regulatory framework: The efficacy of the Press Council Act, 1978, in addressing modern challenges like misinformation and digital media ethics.
Keywords: Press Council of India · Press Council Act 1978 · Freedom of Press · Quasi-judicial authority · Media Ethics · Statutory Body
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