10 Quiz on World Press Freedom Day

When is World Press Freedom Day observed? a. May 1 b. May 2 c. May 3 d. May 4 Answer: c. May 3

Which organization hosts the annual World Press Freedom Day Global Conference? a. United Nations General Assembly b. UNESCO and New York c. African Union d. Netherlands Answer: b. UNESCO and New York

What is the theme for World Press Freedom Day 2023? a. Journalism under Digital Siege b. Information as a Public Good c. Shaping a Future of Rights: Freedom of Expression as a Driver for all other human rights d. Journalism without Fear or Favour Answer: c. Shaping a Future of Rights: Freedom of Expression as a Driver for all other human rights

What is the significance of World Press Freedom Day? a. To celebrate the fundamental principles of press freedom b. To defend the media from attacks on their independence c. To remember journalists who died while performing their duties d. All of the above Answer: d. All of the above

Which country was supposed to host the World Press Freedom Day conference in 2020? a. United States b. Netherlands c. France d. Germany Answer: b. Netherlands

What is the sub-theme for World Press Freedom Day 2020? a. Media for Democracy: Journalism and Elections in Times of Disinformation b. Keeping Power in Check: Media, Justice and The Rule of Law c. Access to Information and Fundamental Freedoms – This Is Your Right! d. Safety of Women and Men Journalists and Media Workers Answer: d. Safety of Women and Men Journalists and Media Workers

What is the theme of World Press Freedom Day 2019? a. Shaping a Future of Rights: Freedom of Expression as a Driver for all other human rights b. Journalism under Digital Siege c. Media for Democracy: Journalism and Elections in Times of Disinformation d. Keeping Power in Check: Media, Justice and The Rule of Law Answer: c. Media for Democracy: Journalism and Elections in Times of Disinformation

Which year did the UN General Assembly proclaim World Press Freedom Day? a. 1990 b. 1993 c. 1996 d. 2000 Answer: b. 1993

What is the focus of the World Press Freedom Day 2022 theme? a. Journalism under Digital Siege b. Information as a Public Good c. Shaping a Future of Rights: Freedom of Expression as a Driver for all other human rights d. Journalism without Fear or Favour Answer: a. Journalism under Digital Siege

Which stakeholders will reunite on World Press Freedom Day? a. Policymakers, journalists, media representatives, activists, cybersecurity managers, and legal experts b. Scientists, researchers, and academicians c. Religious leaders, philosophers, and historians d. Musicians, artists, and performers Answer: a. Policymakers, journalists, media representatives, activists, cybersecurity managers, and legal experts