Muslim’s Portrayal in International Media: A Case Study of Islamophobia

Abstract

Present is shaped by the past, especially when it comes to media representation of minority groups and issues related to ethnicity, race, multiculturalism, and identity politics. Scholars had conducted extensive research to explore the complex relationships between the media and minority representation, and how media coverage can shape public perception and attitudes towards these groups. The finding of this research study showed that international media more often presented Muslims as the key players of terrorism. This portrayal resulted in Islamophobic narratives. Furthers, it was boosted by the language and framing adopted in news. The  Muslims portrayal was negative especially the known events like 7/7 bombing, the 9/11 attack, Paris attack and Christchurch attack of march15, 2019 had received coverage linking Muslims and Islam to terrorism and intolerance. This resulted wide spread Islamophobia in the globe. The research work recommends that media professionals as well as organizations must be well aware of the result of coverage. Hence, they need to be neutral while presenting things in media.