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Ban on Social Media to Protect Children: Australia

Australia has enforced the world’s first nationwide social media ban for children under 16, effective from December 2025. Under this law, social media platforms are legally required to block access to users below 16 years of age.

Key Details:

Country: Australia

Effective Date: December 2025

Scope: Nationwide ban on social media for children under 16

Platforms Covered: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Snapchat, YouTube, Reddit, and others

Enforcement: Platforms must verify user age and block underage accounts; heavy fines for non-compliance

Purpose:
The move aims to protect children from cyberbullying, online grooming, and harmful digital content, following studies that showed high exposure of minors to online risks. While the law is significant, implementation and age verification remain major challenges.

This development is highly relevant for UPSC, State PCS, SSC, and other competitive exams, especially under Social Issues, Governance, and Technology in Society.

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