World Press Freedom Day 2022: Five Interesting Things About This Day

World Press Freedom Day 2022:

BY Team Aakash Byju's Five Interesting Things About This Day

Here are interesting things to know about World Press Freedom Day 2022.

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The UN General Assembly declared May 3rd as World Press Freedom Day in 1993.

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This day is observed to enlighten the world about the violations caused to journalists.

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This day is observed to enlighten the world about the violations caused to journalists.

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It is also a reminder that various social media and publications were fined, sensored and suspended.

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And, many journalists, publishers and editors were also attacked, harassed and killed throughout the world.

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Press Freedom Day is also an opportunity to defend the media professionals from attacks.

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In 2022, Press Freedom Day's theme is 'Information as a Public Good' or 'Journalism under Digital Siege.'

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It is believed to be of urgent relevance in every country across the globe.

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Also, to celebrate the fundamental principles of the press and pay tribute to the lives of media professionals who lost their lives while on duty.

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