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New Bill Proposes Social Media Ban for Under-16s
2/1/2026
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Story summary
- L.S.K. Devarayalu, an ally of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, proposed a private member's Social Media (Age Restrictions and Online Safety) Bill to ban social media for users under 16.
- The bill would require social media platforms to ensure users' ages.
- This move follows similar actions in Australia and France.
- The proposal could influence future legislation in India.
