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Abstract

Democracy cannot succeed without the media or a free press. Simply said, democracy is rule of the people, by the people, for the people. In this view, a democratic society requires the active and alert engagement of a free press. It is the people's voice. It is critical to the development of a healthy democracy. The media is seen as the beating heart of a democratic society. It informs individuals in all nations of the globe as a vital source of knowledge. The media is often referred to as the fourth pillar of democracy. It raises people's awareness of various events in areas such as sports, politics, economics, and social issues, among others. Media serves as a mirror that reflects fundamental truth, which may be unpleasant at times. The purpose of this study is to investigate the function of the media in Indian democracy.