Media is regarded as the most powerful weapon of 21st century.It has the capability to convert a day into night and a night into day.It can transform a villain into a hero and a hero into villain.Media has brought revolutions in the world.It has virtually erased the geographical boundaries ,removed the barriers of social,political and cultural differences and as a result this diversified world has been reduced to a global village.Media's role in education,entertainment,awareness and public opinion formation is so diversified in its horizon and domain that one thing is clear and decided that the tides of media cannot be reversed,however,they may be altered in nature and composition

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The status of freedom of press in Pakistan,ever since inception, has remained semi independent,despite adequate safeguards and provisions promised by the constitution.The constitution of Pakistan 1973,ensures the freedom of press provided that all the responsibilities and obligations in national interest or profoundly fulfilled. Freedom of press literally means the freedom of thinking,freedom of expression i.e. speech writing and thinking.It also ensures the liberty to think and act without any restriction or control from outside along with the freedom of use of required devices and free press means.

Media's role is creating awareness among the masses regarding the political,social,economic and cultural scenario cannot be overemphasized.Moreover,media shows governments projects internationally to get foreign investment,advertising to maintain public participation and competition,represents new business trends,performance of stock exchange,criticizes insane policies and spreads education.

Media also plays a significant role in bringing the world at door step,produces various life styles around the world,changes moods and behavior,bold topics through dramas and talk shows,new household styles,guides the youth for new opportunities and creates civic sense.

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Media has successfully been playing an effective role to bring betterment in the society.It is creating awareness among the masses about their rights.Media is quite successfully created realization regarding the importance and need of education primarily on the women education.

21st century is known as the century of media war.Media has turned out to be the  most powerful weapon of the contemporary age.