Meta Shows Increased Sensitivity Toward Tackling Child Sexual Abuse Material
· India · India Today, Hindustan Times
Meta has demonstrated greater caution in addressing child sexual abuse material (CSAM) on its platforms, according to government sources. While discussions between the Indian government and the social media giant continue, officials noted that the company is taking active steps to filter unlawful content. The government has reiterated that platforms cannot claim safe-harbour protection for violations involving such material. Furthermore, authorities have urged Meta to align its moderation systems with India’s linguistic and cultural diversity rather than relying solely on global standards. The government clarified that its regulatory focus aims to prevent harm to the nation's social fabric rather than suppress legitimate expression.
Why it matters
The development signals a shift in how global social media platforms must adapt their moderation policies to meet local legal and cultural expectations in India.
Read the original report — India Today
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