Indian States Weigh Australia-Style Ban On Social Media For Children
Social media ban for children gains traction as Indian states study Australia's landmark law to protect minors online.
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Indian States Weigh Australia-Style Ban On Social Media For Children
Social Media Ban for Children Sweeps Indian States Can Indian states legally block children under 16 from Instagram, Snapchat, and TikTok? Multiple state governments are actively studying Australia's groundbreaking social media ban for children to shield young users from cyberbullying, addiction, and predatory behavior. With over one billion internet users—and millions of minors logging on daily—India has become the world's most consequential testing ground for youth digital safety laws. Credit: Matt Cardy / Getty Images The movement began quietly but is accelerating fast. Western state Goa announced this week it is formally reviewing Australia's legislation with an eye toward implementation. Southern state Andhra Pradesh has already formed a high-level ministerial panel to assess feasibility. Meanwhile, India's judiciary has entered the fray, with the Madras High Court recently urging federal action. What happens next could reshape how a generation of Indian children exp…
