10 Importance of Newspaper For Students And Daily Life

Importance of Newspaper cannot be denied from every aspect. It is the great source of information for students and teachers. The invention of printing is an epoch-making achievement in the history of human civilization. The modern age owes three-fourths of its progress to printing. It has brought many blessings in its team and one of these is the Newspaper. But the perversion of man often urns a blessing into a curse and food into poison. It is no wonder therefore if we sometimes see the, abuse of this great agency for doing good.

Characteristics of newspapers

  • Periodicity. They are published daily, weekly, fortnightly or monthly (according to each case). In turn, they can be morning, when they go on sale in the morning, or evening, when they go on sale in the afternoon.
  • Structure. They differ from each other according to their shape and size, they can be tabloid (280 x 430 mm), Berliner (315 x 470 mm) or large format or broadsheet (600 x 750 mm).
  • Equipment. They are made up of a group of journalists who produce, write and edit the news that is published; and by occasional collaborators (journalists or specialists in a subject). The team works in a newsroom where cables arrive with news from all over the world, the editors and editors control and decide what is published and what is not.
  • Theme. They can cover several topics simultaneously or deal with a specific thematic area. There are newspapers that deal with a particular theme ( sports , shows or economy ) so they are limited to informing an audience interested in that topic.
  • Format. They can be printed, as all newspapers originally were, or digital.
  • Scope. They spread among a large number of the population due to their high information content and low cost ; They can be local, national or international in scope.
  • Technique. They are produced by large printers made up of rollers, presses and rotary presses.

newspaper sections

Each newspaper is divided into sections according to themes that organize the content . They can be included within the main structure or divided into autonomous physical parts and can vary according to each newspaper or the day of publication. Some newspapers include a general interest magazine on a specific day of the week.

Among the most representative sections are:

  • Sport. It includes current news and opinion columns on different sports within the local, national and international scope. The topics covered in this section vary depending on the popularity of each sport in the place where the newspaper is broadcast.
  • shows. It includes current news in the field of entertainment: theater , cinema , television , music and information on the local movie and theater listings.
  • Art and culture. It includes news and opinion or research articles on art , literature and dance , among other disciplines .
  • Economy and politics. It includes news, opinion columns and research articles on the regional and international economic and sociopolitical context.
  • Classified. Includes notices of purchase and sale of goods and services.
  • Society . It includes news, columns and opinion articles on various topics within the social sphere such as police, community , solidarity .
  • Editorial and opinion . It includes notes or articles that reflect the opinions or point of view of journalists, specialists in some matter of interest or the newspaper’s directory.

5 Important Benefits of Newspaper Are Linked With Importance of Newspaper In Our Daily Life

Newspaper Is Great Public Educator

But it is not only a public educator and fearless critic, it is also a great social reformer. It is in the columns of the newspapers that social abuses are ruthlessly exposed and criticized and the attention of the public is drawn to the inherent evils of these customs and practices. The unbiased criticism of their things led ultimately to their disappearance. Thus it is a great friend of the social reformer. The moral health of a society depends to a great extent upon it. Many of the evils which disfigure the society, like untouchability and child marriage, will die in time only because they are being ruthlessly exposed in the columns of the daily press.

Press is Always Great Source of information For Public

The press is also a very great force in the field of politics. It teaches citizens their rights and responsibilities and makes them fit for citizenship. It educates public opinion and teaches people how to vote, what taxes to pay and for what purposes, explains the significance of the municipal corporation laws and by-laws, comments on the proceedings of the legislative council and other public bodies and helps them to develop their civic sense. It stands as the champion of political freedom and fights for its own liberty.

The press is a public organ—the voice of the people—and therefore the freedom of the press means the freedom of the people. In a country where there is no free press the people may be independent, but they are not free in the true sense of the word. The people of France immediately before the French Revolution were to free inspire of their so-called political freedom, because their press was gagged.

The press in self-defenses, if not for any higher motive, has ever been the champion of political freedom. Whenever a newspaper fights for the freedom of press it indirectly fights for the freedom of the people. The test of a country’s freedom is determined by the amount of freedom its press possesses. To stifle the press is to stifle the nation. Milton said “as good almost kill a man as kill a good book”, and the remark is also applicable to newspapers.

Newspaper Has Always been A  Great Social Reformer

Newspapers also wield a tremendous influence in breaking down barriers between nation and nations and forming themselves into a great comity of nations. It knits up the different parts of a vast continent and teaches them to feel for one another. What stands in the way of our knowing other men is ignorance and, more than ignorance, suspicion and separation. When we come to know about a man we do not dislike him so much as we did when nothing was known about him. Fear and suspicion lurks in darkness. But this darkness is lightened up by exchange of thought and sentiments in the columns of newspapers. These enable us to find out our nearness and affinity.

It Is A Powerful Weapon In The Field of Politics That Is Why Importance of Newspaper Is Everywhere

But it not only fosters international feelings, it teaches us to embrace the whole world as our kith and kin. A sense of fraternity is fostered by it. The spread of knowledge through the columns of newspaper makes it possible. Man all over the world has discovered the innate affinity of all souls, and though he is still far from realizing the full significance of this great discovery, yet even now he feels the touch of nature. It is for this that we find that when there is a struggle for emancipation in Pakistan the eyes of France and America are sympathetically turned towards her. No small credit shall belong to the press if that day ever comes when men will realize.

As a cheap and public educator, holding up the torch in the midst of darkness, as a trenchant and impartial critic of public administration of law and justice, as a social reformer patiently reforming the abuses of a society, as the champion of freedom in a country and lastly as the destroyer of the barriers separating man from man, nations from nations, and pointing out to them the prospect of universal liberty, equality and fraternity.

Newspapers play a crucial role in the daily life of students and have various benefits. Here’s a tabular format guide outlining the importance of newspapers for students and daily life:

Aspect Importance for Students Importance for Daily Life
Current Affairs Knowledge Keeps students updated about national and international events, helping in their academics and general knowledge. Informs the public about the latest news, policies, and changes in society.
Language Skills Improves reading and comprehension skills, vocabulary, and writing abilities. Enhances language proficiency and communication skills for better social and professional interactions.
Educational Resources Provides insights into various subjects like economics, politics, science, etc., supplementing academic learning. Offers a broad perspective on different educational topics, encouraging lifelong learning.
Career Awareness Introduces new career opportunities and professional guidance. Keeps individuals informed about job markets, trends, and opportunities.
Critical Thinking Encourages analysis and understanding of complex issues, developing critical thinking. Promotes informed opinions and discussions on various topics.
Cultural Exposure Exposes students to diverse cultures and global issues, enhancing cultural awareness. Bridges cultural gaps and promotes understanding of different communities.
Entertainment Provides a source of leisure with sections like comics, puzzles, and sports. Offers relaxation and enjoyment, breaking the monotony of daily routines.
Social Responsibility Educates about social issues and the importance of civic engagement. Encourages active participation in societal development and awareness of social responsibilities.

This table highlights the multifaceted benefits of newspapers, emphasizing their role in educational development and daily life enrichment.

by Abdullah Sam
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