United Nations Roles Media In Freedom In Standards

United Nations Roles Media in Freedom in Standards NameTutor’s Name02/03/2016REFUTE: the United Nations should develop, implement and enforce world standards for media freedom (formerly referred to as freedom of speech and press).IntroductionMedia freedom is the right to circulate opinions in the media without censorship by the government. Censorship or restriction of media freedom by governments may take several forms but mainly media ownership and the regulatory environment. Governments may restrict media freedom through political, regulatory and structural controls that discourage the development of an environment where views and opinions can be expressed freely. This may include encouraging a culture of self-censorship through civil law suits, denial of licenses for offending publications and restriction of foreign media.Media freedom is a critical component of freedom of expression and is always underscored as an essential foundation for a democratic society (Whitten‐Woodring, 2009). Media freedom promotes the right of individuals to self-fulfillment and communication of thought. Media freedom is critically important in a free world as individuals are constantly pursuing the truth, which attempt is frustrated if information is suppressed. The United Nations has an interest in the inherent democratic