Answer to Question #247976 in Sociology for Silindokuhle Zulu

Question

Provide a defination of democracy,the discuss the impact of Covid 19 pandemic notion of democracy in South Africa.
Describe and apply theoretical explanations (e.g hypodemic syringe model,inculotion model,two step flow) of the relationship of media and audience on how its manifested during the pandemic.

Answer 1

Democracy is a system of governance in which all citizens, either directly or via their elected representatives, exert political authority.

Impact of Covid 19 pandemic notion of democracy in South Africa.

• The cancellation of international and domestic flights and the need that all travelers self-isolate for some time.
• They are imposing different types of lockdown, including curfews in some circumstances, following local rules and standards.
• The ban of large-scale gatherings in public places, such as educational institutions, churches, mosques, athletic events, and social communities.

Theoretical explanations two-step flow

The two-step flow model of communication is a communication theory that contends that interpersonal connection has a significantly more significant influence on public opinion than mass media sources. People's decisions and behaviors were considered to be heavily influenced by the media.