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🟦 MODULE 1: HISTORY OF JOURNALISM & DEMOCRACY --- 🔴 LONG ANSWER: THE FOURTH ESTATE Definition The Fourth Estate refers to the media as the fourth pillar of democracy, alongside Legislature, Executive, and Judiciary. Explanation In a democratic system: Legislature makes laws Executive implements laws Judiciary interprets laws Media monitors all three (watchdog role) Role of Media in Democracy 1. Watchdog Function Exposes corruption and misuse of power Ensures accountability