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Development Communication and Journalism

CBSE · Class 12 · Home Science

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Basic Concepts and Definitions

  • Development Communication is the systematic application of communication processes for positive social change
  • Development Journalism focuses on reporting development activities, success stories, and social issues
  • Development means permanent positive changes in socio-economic and cultural lives without exploitation
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Essential Features of Development Communication

  • Oriented towards socio-economic development and community happiness
  • Aims at giving information and educating the community
  • Combines mass media and interpersonal communication for greater impact
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Media Channels and Methods

  • Radio: Most accessible mass medium, mobile and cost-effective
  • Television: Combines audio-visual elements for greater impact
  • Print Media: Newspapers and periodicals for detailed information
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Case Studies and Examples

  • Red Ribbon Express: Multi-media HIV/AIDS awareness campaign using specially designed train
  • Project Village Chhatera: Successful print media intervention in rural development
  • Swachh Bharat Mission: National campaign for sanitation awareness

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The art and science of humanA form of journalism that focusesA combination of different communication methodsLocal radio stations run and managedUmbrella term including computer hardware

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