Question

Which of these statements characterise media literacy:
(A) It is the ability to evaluate news sources
(B) It builds essential skills of inquiry and self-expression
(C) It helps in understanding the role of media in society
(D) It is the proficiency in various film editing software’s
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. (A), (B) and (C) only
• B. (B), (C) and (D) only
• C. (A), (C) and (D) only
• D. (A), (B) and (D) only

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

To accurately assess which statements characterize media literacy, let us interpret each option in the context of what media literacy involves: 

• (A) It is the ability to evaluate news sources: Media literacy includes the ability to critically evaluate news sources, ensuring individuals can discern the credibility and bias of information presented by different media outlets.
• (B) It builds essential skills of inquiry and self-expression: Indeed, media literacy is fundamentally about developing critical thinking skills and expressing oneself effectively in various media formats, promoting a deeper understanding and inquiry into media messages.
• (C) It helps in understanding the role of media in society: Understanding the societal influence of media is also a crucial element of media literacy, as it involves analyzing how media affects norms, culture, and behaviors.
• (D) It is the proficiency in various film editing software’s: While technical skills in film editing are valuable, they pertain more to media production than media literacy, which focuses on analysis rather than production skills.

Thus, the correct statements reflecting media literacy are (A), (B), and (C). Therefore, the correct option is: (A), (B), and (C) only.

Answer 2

The correct statements that characterize media literacy are: 

(A) It is the ability to evaluate news sources
(B) It builds essential skills of inquiry and self-expression
(C) It helps in understanding the role of media in society

• Media literacy involves critically analyzing media content, assessing credibility, and recognizing bias (A).
• It fosters critical thinking, questioning media messages, and effectively expressing oneself (B).
• It includes understanding how media influences culture, politics, and society (C).

Option (D) is incorrect because proficiency in film editing software is a technical skill, not a core aspect of media literacy. Media literacy focuses on critical engagement with media rather than production tools.

Correct Answer: A, B, C