Do you agree with the view that social media is a 'double edged sword'? Discuss in the context of its impact on Indian society.
Introduction
Social media is of utmost importance as India has about 900 million+ social media users (IAMAI report 2024)
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Social Media: Double edged sword Positive Impact on Indian society 1. Creative thinking through various trends Eg [Saurabh Joshi vlogs of villages - earns through YouTube subscribers] 2. Voice to marginalised against their concerns Eg #BlackLivesMatter & #IceBucketChallenge 3. Women empowerment: #MeToo movement, SHG selling products through social media 4. Improves communication, connectivity -> builds social capital Eg Global teenagers 5. Economic empowerment with Tier-2 digital influencers earning money.
Krupa A Jain
Governance, Transparency, Accountability and E-governance
E-governance
Social media impact on Indian society
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