Assertion (A): Indian journalism is fast moving towards tabloidisation like its western counterparts.
Reason (R): Because there is no law of privacy in India to prevent its invasion.
(A) Both (A) and (R) are true.
(B) Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation.
(C) (A) is true, but (R) is false.
(D) (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Correct Ans: (D)
Explanation:
Indian journalism is undergoing significant transformations, but it is not entirely shifting towards tabloidisation like Western media. While some outlets focus on sensationalism, many still prioritize serious reporting, investigative journalism, and ethical storytelling. Therefore, the assertion that Indian journalism is fast moving towards tabloidisation is false.
India does lack a comprehensive privacy law, which means media outlets sometimes invade personal space without legal consequences. However, this legal gap does not directly cause tabloidisation. Various factors, including market competition, audience preferences, and digital trends, influence content choices.
Since the reason is true but does not correctly explain the assertion, the correct answer is (D)—the assertion is false, but the reason is true.
