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India's Social Media Ban for Kids: Will Self-Declared Age Thwart Enforcement?

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Firstpost•11-03-2026, 18:01

India's Social Media Ban for Kids: Will Self-Declared Age Thwart Enforcement?

•Karnataka (under 16) and Andhra Pradesh (under 13) announce social media restrictions for minors, sparking a national debate.
•The effectiveness of bans is questioned due to children easily bypassing age verification with self-declared ages.
•Expert Malcolm Gomes (Privy by IDfy) states bans alone are insufficient; calls for robust digital infrastructure, reliable age assurance, and verifiable parental consent.
•India's DPDP framework recognizes children as special data principals, but practical systems are needed for effective implementation of protections.
•India joins a global movement, with Australia already implementing nationwide restrictions and platforms facing lawsuits over addictive features.

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