"on the radio" or "on radio"

[beubeck]

Hi,

I have a question regarding the usage of the definite article with the words like radio, TV, etc. Which example is correct, 1 or 2?

1. There are many good programs on the radio?
2. There are many good programs on radio?

Many thanks,
Beubeck

 

[bhaisahab]

Hi,

I have a question regarding the usage of the definite article with the words like radio, TV, etc. Which example is correct, 1 or 2?

1. There are many good programs on the radio?
2. There are many good programs on radio?

Many thanks,
Beubeck

#1 is correct.

 

[beubeck]

Thanks!

 

[casablanca_30391]

#1 is correct.

Sir,
Can u explain more specifically?Why the 1st is true?