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Published September 30, 2023 | Version CC-BY-NC-ND 4.0
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Assessing the Adequacy of Print Media in West Bengal in Promoting Effective Environmental Reporting: A Critical Examination

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  • 1. Department of Research Scholar, Journalism & Mass Communication, Law & Management (FISLM), Jadavpur University, Kolkata (West Bengal), India.

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Abstract: The study aims to assess how print media addresses critical problems such as the greenhouse effect, global warming, ozone depletion, acid rain, climate change, pollution (air, water, soil, noise), population growth, deforestation, biodiversity loss, ecological disturbances, pesticide usage, overfishing, energy shortages, human waste, and non-biodegradable plastics. By scrutinizing the depth and breadth of coverage across these topics, the research seeks to shed light on the media's role in promoting environmental awareness and advocating for more sustainable behaviors. Through the identification and highlighting of environment-related stories within print media, the study endeavors to raise public consciousness about these challenges and inspire individuals to adopt eco-friendly measures. This examination holds the potential to foster a greater understanding of how media shapes public perceptions and encourages proactive steps toward addressing urgent environmental concerns.

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DOI
10.54105/ijmcj.A1054.03010923
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2583-0651

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Accepted
2023-09-15
Manuscript received on 08 August 2023 | Revised Manuscript received on 15 August 2023 | Manuscript Accepted on 15 September 2023 | Manuscript published on 30 September 2023.

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