Dokmoka Violence: Cultural Cues and Contradictions in News Narratives
摘要
This chapter examines misrepresentation and distortion in the news discourse on the 2018 Dokmoka mob lynching reported in the Indian state of Assam. Using narrative analysis, this study conducts an in-depth qualitative investigation of the print media coverage of the event. With a comprehensive methodology and theoretical grounding, this study sheds light on the complex dynamics surrounding the misrepresentation of facts and their implications. It enhances our understanding of news media’s challenges in accurately covering events, highlighting the need for critical analysis and responsible reporting in the contemporary media landscape.