WAEC Government 2019 Theory — Question 4

Model answer

The mass media refers to the news outlets such as radio, television, newspapers and magazines through which information is disseminated to a large audience. The mass media help strengthen modern democracy in the following ways: (i) It serves as an instrument for public education and enlightenment of the masses. (ii) It is an agent of political socialization. (iii) It assists government in policy formulation, implementation and evaluation. (iv) It keeps government in check to ensure good governance. (v) It provides employment opportunities for the people. (vi) It provides a link between the government and the people/feedback. (vii) It exposes the ills in society, e.g. corruption and bad governance.