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Nischal JainAIR 119

Question Q.10Discuss how social media is reshaping identity formation and self-worth among adolescents in contemporary Indian society.GS2GS1

Discuss how social media is reshaping identity formation and self-worth among adolescents in contemporary Indian society.

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Introduction

Social media is a means for anyone to engage with large no. of people within limited time.

17 words

Main Body

Social mediaReshaping identity formation
1Influences culture; influencing public opinion
2Connecting with people abroad (considering ourselves as global citizen)
3Revitalizing our own culture (connecting with people having similar social, cultural background)
4Celebrity culture

Reshaping self worth:

1Worth based on likes and comments; skewed notion of worth
2Seeking more attention on social media
3Clickbait culture
4Peer pressure leading to high expenses

Reshaping self worth:

1Worth based on likes and comments; skewed notion of worth
2Seeking more attention on social media
3Clickbait culture
4Peer pressure leading to high expenses

Concerns:

Cyberbullying
Financial frauds
Radicalization
Fake news

Measures needed:

Child lock (e.g. Australia)
Content regulation
Safe social media space
126 words4 paragraphs7 bullet points
  • Comprehensive coverage of both identity formation and self-worth aspects
  • Mentions both positive and negative impacts
  • Structured presentation with clear sub-points

Topper

Nischal Jain

AIR 119

Subject & Paper

GS2GS1

Topic

Effects of Globalization on Indian society

Globalisation and technology

Writing Stats

143

Total words

4

Paragraphs

7

Bullets