Assessment of Doordarshan Progarmmes with Reference to Language, Pace and Educational Objectives

Dr. Eklak Ahamad, Dr. Zeba Aqil

Abstract: Doordarshan is most powerful medium of instruction in our society. Programmes telecasted by National broadcaster are more useful for people. Each programme has relevance and educational objectives. This paper is an attempt to analyze the Doordarshan programmes according to some educational aspects. The objectives of this study was to analyze the Doordarshan programmes on the basis of their nature, present trend and assess the programmes with reference to Language, Pace and Educational objectives under different dimensions. Self made schedule was used for data collection. The area of programmes divided under seven categories i.e. Educational, Socio-Cultural, Agriculture, Current-Affairs, Entertainment, Science and Environment and Sports. The programmes was assessed with reference to language, pace and educational objectives. The findings reveal that programmes telecast by DD-1 were satisfactory in terms of Language, pace and educational objectives. These programmes provide education and information about various areas of life to viewers. Therefore, it is the main source of providing education and information to masses of India especially for the rural and remote areas.

Keywords: Doordarshan Progarmmes, Language, Pace and Educational Objectives