- The trend of global ban on children’s social media increased.
- More than 20 countries including Australia are considering a ban.
- Restrictions considering the mental-physical health of children.
- After praising PM Modi, there is speculation in India also.
Social Media Ban for Kids: Is social media going to be banned for children around the world? This question is being asked because the social media which Australia had banned as a policy experiment is now becoming a global trend. After Australia, many countries including UAE have locked social media for children below 16 years of age and many are considering it. The total number of these countries is more than 20. Recently, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi had also praised Australia’s decision, after which speculations have started that the Indian government may also consider this.
Complete ban in 5 countries, preparations going on in other places
According to a report, children’s use of social media platforms has been banned in 5 countries of the world and many others are preparing for the same. In Australia, there has been a ban on children under 16 years of age from using social media since December last year. Such restrictions have been in place for minors in China since 2023. Indonesia had banned children under 16 years of age from using social media in March this year. Malaysia has also brought a similar rule. Türkiye will ban these platforms for children by the end of this year and UAE from next year.
These countries have also announced
Using social media platforms for children will be banned in the UK and Greece from 2027 and in Sweden from 2028. Canada and Norway can bring such a law this year. Countries like Germany, Denmark, Ireland, Austria and Slovenia have also indicated that they are going to block social media for children. Apart from these, such laws are also being considered in France, Portugal, Spain and Italy.
Why is social media being banned for children?
Social media is being banned considering its impact on the mental and physical health of children. Those supporting the ban say that social media was not designed for children. Due to its continuous use, problems like depression, obesity and anxiety are increasing in children. On the other hand, its critics say that banning is not effective. Despite the ban, children will still access social media in other ways.
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