Prasar Bharti (Broadcasting Corporation of India) Act, 1990

This comprehensive edition of the Prasar Bharti (Broadcasting Corporation of India) Act, 1990 serves as an essential reference for India’s public broadcasting legal framework. The Act establishes Prasar Bharti as an autonomous statutory corporation to manage Doordarshan and All India Radio, ensuring transparency, accountability, and public service broadcasting standards. The book covers statutory provisions regarding governance, administrative powers, regulatory compliance, funding, and operational responsibilities of Prasar Bharti. It includes detailed commentary on enforcement, penalties for violations, and the role of the corporation in promoting independent and impartial broadcasting. Case studies and practical examples illustrate real-world application of the law in public broadcasting operations. Structured for clarity, this edition is indispensable for legal practitioners, media professionals, government officials, regulatory authorities, and students of media or administrative law. It provides a thorough understanding of public service broadcasting laws, statutory obligations, and mechanisms for accountability and compliance in India’s broadcasting sector.