In recent years, use of social media and digital mobilisation by civil society has emerged as a powerful form of pressure politics. Examine its impact on policymaking and democratic accountability. (Answer in 150 words)

Civil society acts as crucial non-state actors bridging gap between the state & its citizens.

Impact of use of social media & digital mobilization by civil society:

Policy Making:

(E.g) #MeToo campaign for gender sensitive policies

Democratic Accountability:

(E.g) Twitter serve on X

Challenges:

Internet is aiding civil society to promote participatory democracy