Community Radio - Dr. Acharya (2015)

Community Radio: Concepts and Practices in Nepal

Suresh Acharya, Ph.D.

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Abstract:

Radio broadcasting has proved an effective media in countries like Nepal, where majority of people are illiterate, economically poor and live in remote areas. Radio broadcasting is still the only means of mass communication for many to get information, entertainment and education. In this context, the invention of FM technology has brought revolution in the field of radio broadcasting. Furthermore, the emergence of the concept of community radio broadcasting has provided an immense opportunity for community people to own radio broadcasting, gain participation in news and program-production and independently run radio stations for the welfare of their community. But, this research has found the situation of community radio broadcasting in Nepal is not as optimistic, as many community radio stations either lack the competencies to run radio stations under this concept or they have an obligation to make money for survival instead of adopting non-profit motive of community radio. This article also tries to distinguish community radio and commercial radio, that is often seen intermingled with each other.

Keywords: community, commercial, FM radio, radio broadcasting, license, transmitter, radio programme.

Citations

APA (6th edition): 

Acharya, S. (2015, July). Community Radio: Concepts and Practices in Nepal. KCC Media Journal, I(1), 17-22.

MLA (7th edition): 

Acharya, Suresh. "Community Radio: Concepts and Practices in Nepal". KCC Media Journal I:1. (2015): 17-22.