Social Media and Misinformation: Role in Communal Tensions
In India’s diverse landscape, social media is a double-edged sword. While it democratises information, the rapid spread of misinformation often acts as a catalyst for communal polarisation and violence.
How Can Social Media Lead to Communal Tensions?
Social media platforms accelerate communal friction through several distinct mechanisms:
- Echo Chambers: Algorithms prioritise engagement, trapping users in polarised views that reinforce existing communal prejudices.
- Rapid Viral Spread: False rumours about sensitive issues (e.g., cow vigilantism) spread instantly before verification.
- Deepfakes and Morphing: AI-generated "synthetic media" is used to create inflammatory, fake videos of religious desecration.
- Anonymity: Hidden identities allow "troll armies" to incite hatred without immediate ....
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