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Social Media Regulation

The framework of legal, administrative, and technical measures employed by the state to oversee content moderation, data privacy, intermediary liability, and algorithmic accountability on digital communication platforms.

Why it matters

  • Balancing the fundamental right to freedom of speech and expression with the state's obligation to maintain public order and national security.
  • Addressing the proliferation of misinformation, hate speech, and cyber-harassment that can lead to real-world social instability.
  • Establishing legal accountability for intermediaries regarding user-generated content while protecting the digital economy and innovation.
  • Ensuring data sovereignty and the protection of individual privacy rights against the commercial interests of global tech corporations.

How it is asked

Focus on the evolution of intermediary liability guidelines, the tension between constitutional rights and regulatory oversight, and the challenges of balancing digital sovereignty with global internet governance standards.