PM Modi praises Australia's social media ban for minors, hinting at similar curbs in India.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded Australia's ban on social media access for teenagers, indicating that the Union government is considering similar restrictions in India. Australia's Online Safety Amendment (Social Media Minimum Age) Act, 2024, mandates platforms to block access for children under 16. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw had previously confirmed discussions on age-based restrictions with social media platforms, emphasizing the need to protect children and society from the adverse effects of social media.
Key Points
- Prime Minister Modi praised Australia's social media ban for minors, suggesting India might adopt similar measures.
- Australia's Online Safety Amendment (Social Media Minimum Age) Act, 2024, prohibits social media access for children under 16.
- The Indian government is exploring a 'graded' set of restrictions for minors on social media.
- Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw confirmed ongoing discussions with social media platforms regarding age-based restrictions.
Exam Facts
- Australia's Online Safety Amendment (Social Media Minimum Age) Act, 2024.
- Union Minister of Electronics and Information Technology: Ashwini Vaishnaw.
- AI Impact Summit in February where discussions on curbs were confirmed.
- Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021.
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