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Why is media called the “watchdog” of democracy?

The name of “Watchdog of Democracy” was given to the media by Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru because it was expected to perform the following functions –

•Spreading the spirit of self-Reliance and national development


•A medium to provide information on development activities


•A device to fight against evil social practices


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