RIGHT BIAS
These media sources are moderately to strongly biased toward conservative causes through story selection and/or political affiliation. They may utilize strong loaded words (wording that attempts to influence an audience by using an appeal to emotion or stereotypes), publish misleading reports, and omit information that may damage conservative causes. Some sources in this category may be untrustworthy. See all Right Bias sources.
- Overall, we rate Organiser as right-biased because it consistently promotes nationalist and Hindu-centric viewpoints. We rate them mixed factually due to their strong ideological stance, poor sourcing practices, and a failed fact check.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: RIGHT
Factual Reporting: MIXED
Country: India
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: MODERATE FREEDOM
Media Type: Magazine
Traffic/Popularity: Medium Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: MEDIUM CREDIBILITY
History
Organiser, established in 1947, is one of India’s oldest and most widely circulated nationalist weeklies. Initially launched a few weeks before the Partition, it has been edited by notable personalities such as A.R. Nair, K.R. Malkani, and L.K. Advani. The publication is known for its strong cultural and nationalist viewpoints.
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Funded by / Ownership
Organiser is published by Bharat Prakashan (Delhi) Limited. Revenue is generated through advertising.
Analysis / Bias
Organiser has a strong right-leaning bias, focusing on nationalist and cultural issues within India. The publication often promotes the views of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), who is known for supporting Hindu nationalism.
For example, the article “The Gujarat Model: Everything you need to know“ emphasizes the achievements of the BJP-led government in Gujarat (PM Modi’s right-wing party), portraying them positively.
Another article, “Islamisation of France: What’s next for this country,” critiques the impact of immigration on France, aligning with right-wing perspectives on national security and cultural integrity. This article uses emotionally charged language and makes claims without supporting evidence or hyperlinks, reflecting poor sourcing practices and fear-mongering.
Typically, the Organiser exhibits a strong right-leaning, nationalist bias. The publication frequently critiques left-leaning policies and promotes cultural and national integrity from a Hindu nationalist perspective. We rate them mixed factually due to their strong ideological stance, use of emotionally charged language, and poor sourcing practices.
Failed Fact Checks
Overall, we rate Organiser as right-biased because it consistently promotes nationalist and Hindu-centric viewpoints. We rate them mixed factually due to their strong ideological stance, poor sourcing practices, and a failed fact check. (D. Van Zandt 08/14/2024)
Source: https://organiser.org/
Last Updated on August 14, 2024 by Media Bias Fact Check
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