Understanding Media — Social Studies STD 7 — Question

'Setting of an agenda' by the media means that the media plays an important role in shaping our thoughts. By 'setting agendas', the media influences the way we think and makes us aware of issues which it thinks is important. One instance of this would be the raising of awareness about the levels of pesticides in colas. Another is the Fashion week, which was at the front of headlines while several slums were being demolished in Mumbai.