Which organization monitors press freedom globally, including Pakistan?
A) Amnesty International
B) Reporters Without Borders (RSF)
C) United Nations
D) Transparency International
Which article of the Pakistani Constitution guarantees freedom of speech and expression?
A) Article 10
B) Article 19
C) Article 25
D) Article 37
Which body regulates electronic media in Pakistan?
A) PTA
B) PEMRA
C) FIA
D) NAB
What is a common form of media censorship in Pakistan?
A) Banning books
B) Blocking news websites
C) Shutting down cinemas
D) Restricting sports coverage
Which type of media is most affected by censorship in Pakistan?
A) Print media
B) Social media
C) Radio broadcasting
D) Sports journalism
What is the ranking of Pakistan in the World Press Freedom Index 2024?
A) 120
B) 150
C) 160
D) 170
Which Pakistani law is often criticized for restricting press freedom?
A) Pakistan Penal Code
B) Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA)
C) Companies Act
D) Right to Information Act
Who is responsible for controlling internet censorship in Pakistan?
A) Supreme Court
B) PEMRA
C) PTA
D) FIA
Which major international organization advocates for press freedom in Pakistan?
A) World Bank
B) UNESCO
C) NATO
D) FIFA
Which of the following is a challenge faced by journalists in Pakistan?
A) High salaries
B) Lack of censorship
C) Threats and intimidation
D) Over-regulation of media ownership
Which media platform is often blocked or restricted in Pakistan?
A) Netflix
B) YouTube
C) LinkedIn
D) Instagram
Which sector is most affected by censorship in Pakistan?
A) Health reporting
B) Political journalism
C) Sports coverage
D) Weather forecasting
What is the primary justification given for censorship in Pakistan?
A) National security
B) Economic growth
C) Climate change
D) Public transportation policies
Which of the following is an impact of censorship on the media?
A) Increased media independence
B) Suppression of free speech
C) More accurate reporting
D) Reduction in fake news
Which law in Pakistan provides citizens with access to government information?
A) Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act
B) Right to Information Act
C) Anti-Terrorism Act
D) Media Protection Act
Which term describes indirect control of the media through financial pressure?
A) Legal censorship
B) Economic censorship
C) Political censorship
D) Social media ban
What happens to journalists who report on sensitive issues in Pakistan?
A) They receive government awards
B) They face threats and legal action
C) They are given increased salaries
D) They get more advertisements
Which international organization often raises concerns about press freedom in Pakistan?
A) FIFA
B) World Economic Forum
C) Human Rights Watch
D) International Monetary Fund
Which of the following is an example of media self-censorship?
A) Government orders a news ban
B) Journalists avoid sensitive topics
C) Supreme Court issues a media guideline
D) Newspapers increase circulation
Which term refers to the spread of false or misleading information?
A) Freedom of speech
B) Censorship
C) Disinformation
D) Investigative journalism
Which of the following is an example of online censorship in Pakistan?
A) Ban on books
B) Blocking of news websites
C) Restrictions on radio stations
D) TV channel shutdown
Which social media platform has been temporarily banned in Pakistan multiple times?
A) LinkedIn
B) Twitter
C) TikTok
D) Pinterest
Which type of journalist is at the highest risk in Pakistan?
A) Sports journalists
B) Investigative journalists
C) Fashion journalists
D) Weather reporters
What is the role of the Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ)?
A) Censor media content
B) Regulate private channels
C) Protect journalists’ rights
D) Approve advertisements
Which of the following is a restriction often placed on news channels in Pakistan?
A) Airing international movies
B) Reporting on corruption cases
C) Covering local sports events
D) Broadcasting advertisements
Which of the following is a major impact of press freedom on society?
A) Misinformation increases
B) Democracy strengthens
C) Government control increases
D) Political debates decrease
What is the effect of censorship on democracy?
A) It strengthens democratic institutions
B) It restricts free speech and transparency
C) It improves public trust in government
D) It increases press freedom
Which type of media is most difficult to censor in Pakistan?
A) Print newspapers
B) Social media platforms
C) Radio broadcasts
D) Television news channels
Which organization supports press freedom globally?
A) International Monetary Fund
B) United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
C) World Trade Organization
D) Federal Investigation Agency
