Objective and Functions of the Committee

(1) The objective of formation of the committee shall be to upkeep the freedom and maintain and improve the standard of mass media by providing protection to mediapersons_

(2) The Committee may, in furtherance of its objectives, perform the following functions, namely:—

(a) to provide protection to the Media Persons against harrassment, intimidation or violence related with their profession.

(b) any other responsibilities assigned by the Government from time to time.