LCR4803
Assignment 1
(COMPLETE
ANSWERS)
Semester 2 2024 -
DUE August 2024
, LCR4803 Assignment 1 (COMPLETE ANSWERS) Semester 2 2024 - DUE
August 2024
1.1 In 1644 Milton developed his speech theory based on a quest for the
truth. This was done to protest the licensing of publications by the
government of his day. Today, 360 years later, licensing remains
problematic, although freedom of speech has been acknowledged. (a)
What is the situation in South Africa at present regarding: (aa) the
licensing of publications, especially of newspapers, and (bb) the
licensing of broadcasting services? Explain in detail whether control is
exercised over (aa) and (bb) above licensing. Indicate whether licensing
is applicable, and if so, discuss the various aspects pertaining to
licensing, for example, (i) the categories of licenses. (ii) the person or
institution issuing the licenses. (iii) the person or institution to whom
complaints regarding the services in the case of (aa) and (bb) should be
directed. (b) Are there valid reasons why the above approach regarding
licensing should be followed by the South African government?
(a) The Situation in South Africa Regarding Licensing of
Publications and Broadcasting Services
(aa) Licensing of Publications, Especially of Newspapers
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Assignment 1
(COMPLETE
ANSWERS)
Semester 2 2024 -
DUE August 2024
, LCR4803 Assignment 1 (COMPLETE ANSWERS) Semester 2 2024 - DUE
August 2024
1.1 In 1644 Milton developed his speech theory based on a quest for the
truth. This was done to protest the licensing of publications by the
government of his day. Today, 360 years later, licensing remains
problematic, although freedom of speech has been acknowledged. (a)
What is the situation in South Africa at present regarding: (aa) the
licensing of publications, especially of newspapers, and (bb) the
licensing of broadcasting services? Explain in detail whether control is
exercised over (aa) and (bb) above licensing. Indicate whether licensing
is applicable, and if so, discuss the various aspects pertaining to
licensing, for example, (i) the categories of licenses. (ii) the person or
institution issuing the licenses. (iii) the person or institution to whom
complaints regarding the services in the case of (aa) and (bb) should be
directed. (b) Are there valid reasons why the above approach regarding
licensing should be followed by the South African government?
(a) The Situation in South Africa Regarding Licensing of
Publications and Broadcasting Services
(aa) Licensing of Publications, Especially of Newspapers
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