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Do we have fake news?

Do we have fake news?

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 This podcast episode, discusses the rapid spread of misinformation, specifically false messages, on WhatsApp and other social media platforms in India. It highlights a real-life example of a forwarded message about a child kidnapping, illustrating how easily such messages are shared without verification. The episode explores the psychological reasons behind believing and sharing false information, emphasizing the cultural context and lack of critical thinking. Finally, it offers practical advice on how to avoid spreading misinformation, including five key questions to ask before forwarding any message, and stresses the importance of media literacy. Created with the help of Google's NotebookLM Original article by Mukta Chaitanya is in Marathi Language.
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