A Conceptual Framework to Measure the Freedom of Press and media Regulation in Pakistan

Abstract

This article is taking a conceptual approach to test the perception of journalist and practices of journalist on freedom of press in Pakistan. Specifically, this study attempts to evaluate the perception and use of code and conducts of PEMRA (Pakistan Electronic Media and Regulatory Authority), PTA (Pakistan Telecommunication Authority) and PCP (Press Council of Pakistan). Also this
study assesses the freedom and impunity against journalists during PMLN and PTI regime. A quantitative approach, in which survey questionnaires administered to 214 reporters, working in both Sindhi and Urdu media were selected through disproportionately simple random sampling.