Question Q.7GS1GS1
Discuss how social media is reshaping identity formation and self-worth among adolescents in contemporary Indian society. (10 marks, 150 words)
Introduction
Social media refers to the web 2.0 applications like Facebook, YouTube, WhatsApp, Twitter, Reddit etc. that aim to develop an virtually connected world.
23 words
Main Body
They have reshaped identity and self worth of adolescents in following manner:
1Self worth determined by followers, likes etc. in social media posts.
2Opinions of others are shaping ones identity ex. comments on posts deeply affect people.
3Creation of eco-chambers - where people only see what they already believe in causing affirmation. [text becomes slightly unclear]
59 words4 paragraphs
Answer continues on next page
- Good definition of social media with examples
- Clear enumeration of impacts on adolescents
- Specific reference to Indian context
- Relevant examples like eco-chambers
Topper
Ritu Goyal
AIR 223
Subject & Paper
GS1GS1
Topic
Effects of Globalization on Indian society
Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism & Secularism
Social media and identity formation
Writing Stats
82
Total words
4
Paragraphs
analytical-descriptive
Tone