As we all know, media in mass communication have been used for centuries. It’s the power of media that the untold stories and bitter truth about the society can be revealed to the people. Apparently, media has the power to change the mindset of people.

The most commonly used forms of mass media are print or written, broadcast or electronic and new media. Print media has played a great role during freedom struggle and eventually we got independence. It has a great contribution in proving information and knowledge. It is also the most popular and oldest form of advertising. The various types of print media are Magazines, newspapers, banners or posters, billboards, books and flyers.

As compared to print media, broadcast and new media are relatively new. Despite being new, Broadcast media and new media have gained an extreme significance among us. Other than providing information, it also entertains us. Broadcast media includes television, radio and new media includes internet, telephones etc. New media is the latest technology which gained its popularity among everyone in very short span of time especially among youngsters. It is  faster than the old forms of communication. It not only provide us information rather gave us a platform where we can share our views and can give instant feedback.  New age media has become the latest trend among youths. With the help of new media, communication has become more effective, easier and entertaining.

Today the knowledge we get from the world or the knowledge we share across the world has only become possible because of media.