The media plays an important role in a democracy in the following ways:
1. The media is considered as fourth pillar of democracy as it is a watchdog of the government's way of functioning.
2. The media provides news and discusses important events taking place worldwide. It is on the basis of this information that citizens can learn how the government works, and they can take actions on stories.
3. It provides a platform to people to express their opinions, especially on national and international issues.
4. The media brings social awareness about economical, political, social and cultural events.
