Which recommendation of Chanda committee was adopted by the Union government?
(A) AIR be converted into a corporation
(B) Commercial broad casting in electronic media.
(C) New method of recruitment and financial management.
(D) Introduction of different satellite channels.
Correct Ans: (A)
Explanation: –
The Government of India set up the Chanda Committee in 1991 to recommend the restructuring of All India Radio (AIR). The committee recommended converting AIR into a corporation to improve operational efficiency, financial autonomy, and independence from government control.
The committee aimed to give AIR more flexibility in decision-making, enhance competitiveness in broadcasting, and allow it to operate on commercial principles while fulfilling its public service obligations.
This change sought to address challenges from competition with private broadcasters and the rapidly evolving media landscape. Although the government did not fully privatize AIR, it granted more autonomy in financial management, recruitment, and administration by adopting a corporate structure.
The Union government adopted this recommendation as part of broader media reforms in the early 1990s. However, it faced challenges in fully implementing the changes.
