To protect minors from severe digital addiction, cyberbullying, and mental health risks, India is exploring social media regulations. Experts argue against ineffective blanket bans, advocating instead for graded restrictions, strict age checks, robust platform governance, and comprehensive digital literacy programs.
Click to View MoreAustralia ban social media for under-16s reflects global concern over youth safety online. While platform liability is central, age verification and rights risks persist. Compared with EU-style regulation and India’s data protection regime, safety-by-design, digital literacy, and strong privacy safeguards offer a more durable solution than blanket bans.
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