Question Q.10DiscussGS1GS1
Discuss how social media is reshaping identity formation and self-worth among adolescents in contemporary Indian society.
Introduction
With growing internet penetration and increasing availability of smart phones, social media has become indispensable.
15 words
Main Body
Positive effects of social media
1more acceptance of one's identity including body type, skin tone et.
2growing acceptance of diversity → Indian song "Welcome" recognised internationally.
3Increasing tolerance → of different practices according to one's religion
4New New aspects → like individualism and nationality are being adopted
Negative aspects
1Increase in body shaming and bullying → seeing once body with disgust
2Hoard to copy celebratory skin → Korean glass skin craze
3Increasing distance from one's values → trying to fit into western pop-culture.
4usage of slangs like 'cello' and 'cohats-up' instead of a recognised salutations.
5more identification with west
Thus, soft media social media is having both aspects. If used positively can help in positive image creation.
128 words2 paragraphs
Conclusion
Thus, soft media social media is having both aspects. If used positively can help in positive image creation.
18 words
- Clear introduction establishing relevance
- Specific example provided (Indian song 'Welcome')
- Links social media to cultural acceptance
Topper
Rishabh Yadav
AIR 132
Subject & Paper
GS1GS1
Topic
Effects of Globalization on Indian society
Globalisation and technology
Social media impact on identity formation and adolescents
Writing Stats
161
Total words
2
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