chapter 12 Flashcards
1
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what is ethics
A
personal moral principle guiding behaviour, enforced internally
2
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what is law
A
societal rules forced externally with penalties (fines/ imprisonment)
3
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what are some media laws in malaysia?
A
printing press and publication act
communication and multimedia act
defamation act
official secrets act
4
Q
what are some impacts of the media laws in malaysia
A
let government keep certain documents/events secret
-journalist might have trouble getting important information that the public should know about
5
Q
what is freedom of information act (FOIA)
A
gives public right to ask government for information, its a basic human right
6
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why is FOIA important?
A
- let citizen get information and share opinion
- fights corruption and misuse of power
- makes civil servant responsible for their action
- builds trust in the government by being open
- more clear and easier to get public issue
