Can children’s social media access be restricted? What the law says
Recent Supreme Court proceedings emphasize the need for safeguards when children access the internet and social media. The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, effective from May 2027, mandates parental consent for children's data. States like Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh propose age-based restrictions for social media access. Parents are encouraged to seek support from platforms in case...
Key Takeaways
- Recent Supreme Court proceedings emphasize the need for safeguards when children access the internet and social media.
- The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, effective from May 2027, mandates parental consent for children's data.
- States like Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh propose age-based restrictions for social media access.
Recent Supreme Court proceedings emphasize the need for safeguards when children access the internet and social media. The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, effective from May 2027, mandates parental consent for children's data. States like Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh propose age-based restrictions for social media access. Parents are encouraged to seek support from platforms in case of online harm.
Original Publisher Attribution
This summary was curated from Times of India.