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SHORT ANSWER: The regulation of social media in India is primarily governed by the Information Technology Act, 2000 and its rules. DETAILS: - The Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021 set guidelines for social media platforms. - Social media companies are required to appoint compliance officers and address user grievances. - They must remove unlawful content within a specified timeframe. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - Non-compliance can lead to loss of intermediary status, making platforms liable for user-generated content. - Penalties may include fines and legal action against the platform or its officers. SOURCE: - Information Technology Act, 2000 / Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
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