Role of Media in a National Crisis

How do the media uphold their responsibility to safeguard society's right to be informed freely, truthfully and objectively on all matters of public interest, locally and abroad? Especially during a national crisis? Or can the rules of the game be changed in view of the circumstances? What restraint, depending on their structure, prevail? This book comprises papers presented at a seminar of the same title, focuses on countries in South Asia and their respective media. It looks at the moral and ethical dilemmas faced by the media, in so far as sensitivity to 'emotional sensibilities' is concerned; the greater attention focused on media and the need to measure up to the credibility expected of them; and concern about the intrusive role of foreign journalists; among other issues.