Government Plans Legislation to Regulate Social Media for Children Under 18
Govt plans graded social media regulation for under-18s; likely in Monsoon Session.
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Key Points for RAS
- Union Government is considering separate legislation to regulate social media usage among children under 18
- Proposed law adopts a graded, age-based restriction framework rather than a blanket ban
- The law may be introduced during the Monsoon Session of Parliament
- Stakeholder consultations will be held before introduction
The Union Government is considering separate legislation to regulate social media usage among children under 18, adopting a graded, age-based restriction framework rather than a blanket ban. The proposed law may be introduced during the Monsoon Session after stakeholder consultations.
Frequently Asked Questions
1 What legislation is India planning to regulate social media for children under 18?
The Union Government is considering separate legislation to regulate social media usage among children under 18, adopting a graded, age-based restriction framework rather than a blanket ban. It may be introduced during the Monsoon Session of Parliament after stakeholder consultations.
2 What approach does India's proposed social media regulation law for children adopt?
India's proposed social media law for under-18s adopts a graded, age-based restriction framework — meaning different age groups will face different levels of restrictions. This is in contrast to a complete ban and will be introduced after stakeholder consultations in the Monsoon Session of Parliament.
3 When is India's social media law for children under 18 expected to be introduced in Parliament?
India's proposed social media regulation law for children under 18 may be introduced during the Monsoon Session of Parliament, following stakeholder consultations. It will use a graded, age-based restriction approach rather than an outright ban.
4 What concerns led India to consider a social media regulation law for children?
Children's safety and excessive screen time on social media platforms prompted the Union Government to consider legislation for under-18s. The proposed law adopts a graded, age-based restriction framework and is expected to be introduced during the Monsoon Session after consultations.
5 What is the difference between India's proposed social media regulation for children vs a blanket ban?
Unlike a blanket ban, India's proposed law adopts a graded, age-based restriction framework for children under 18 on social media. This means restrictions will be calibrated by age group rather than applying uniformly, with final details to be decided after stakeholder consultations before the Monsoon Session.
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