Media Ideology: Between Freedom and Civil Liability
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Author:
George Samy Nicola Fahmy
Pages:59
Published:
2026-11-03
ISBN:978-66-850-0095-5
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Media knowledge is a constitutional right and a vital means of communication and cultural transmission. Media ideology encompasses the principles, beliefs, philosophies, and ethical standards that guide media professionals and shape their conduct and public discourse.
This study examines the growing problem of legal and ethical violations in the media, focusing on civil liability arising from media misconduct and the legal boundaries governing freedom of expression. It explores the balance between constitutional freedoms and the protection of individual rights, drawing upon international and regional human rights instruments, comparative constitutional frameworks, and relevant national legislation. Particular attention is given to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, the Convention on the Rights of the Child, and regional human rights instruments.
The study further examines the legal and ethical safeguards governing media practices across several jurisdictions, including Egypt, Syria, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, Jordan, India, and the United States. It addresses the principles of media accountability, professional integrity, privacy protection, accuracy, and respect for human dignity, while examining the role of Islamic Sharia in establishing ethical standards against slander, falsehood, and defamation.
Relying on a descriptive-analytical legal methodology, this research seeks to clarify the scope of media freedom, identify the legal restrictions imposed upon its exercise, and establish the foundations of civil liability for individuals and institutions responsible for unlawful media practices.