Question

Which Malayalam newspaper published a blank front page on World Press Freedom Day as a protest, demanding press freedom?

• A. Malayala Manorama
• B. Mathrubhumi
• C. Kerala Kaumudi
• D. Deepika

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Mathrubhumi

• Mathrubhumi's Protest: On May 3, 2017 (World Press Freedom Day), all editions of the leading Malayalam daily Mathrubhumi printed a blacked-out/blank front page (with news items struck out in black ink) to protest against growing threats to press freedom globally and nationally.

• Symbolic Message: The newspaper used the front page symbolically to highlight media censorship and threats faced by journalists. On the second page, an explanatory note reminded readers of Mathrubhumi's historical roots in the Indian independence movement and renewed its pledge to fight for freedom of expression and democracy.