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'7 years jail'

Karnataka puts forward the 'Fake News Bill' with jail terms for spreading fake news

SUMMARY

In India, Karnataka's draft legislation aims to impose jail terms of up to seven years for spreading "fake news." This proposal has raised concerns among free speech advocates about potential censorship and selective enforcement.

The bill is stricter than existing national laws regarding social media. In a nation with nearly 1 billion internet users and diverse communities, the consequences of misinformation can be severe, risking communal strife. The rise of AI-generated deepfake videos has further alarmed officials, especially during elections.


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