A Critical Analysis of Social Issues Discussed In Important English Newspapers of Pakistan

Abstract

The purpose of the study was to analyze the newspaper articles published in the Daily Dawn and the Daily News International during the year 2012-2011. The researcher analyzed the articles from different aspects e.g. knowledge of social issues, enriching English language etc. so as to enhance the level of awareness regarding social issues and learning skills of English language of the readers. One hypotheses was formulated. The scope of the study was limited to the articles published in the important English newspapers of Pakistan (the Daily Dawn and the Daily News) and their readers in Karachi. Mixed research approach was adopted. The population was comprised of all the readers of the selected articles of the Daily Dawn and the Daily News newspapers published during the year 2012-2011 in Karachi. The researcher used the stratified random sampling design along with purposive sampling design was adopted. The mode of determining the role of English newspapers was through a close and careful analysis of the newspaper articles. Questionnaires and interview protocol were major techniques used for data collection. Data was analyzed qualitatively and quantitatively. Content analysis of the articles revealed the level of social issues discussed in important newspapers. It has created an impact specifically on the authorities of the newspaper organizations and generally in the public. It was a sort of litmus test. It was found knowledge related to social issues was available for the readers. On the basis of findings concrete recommendations were made.