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Karnataka’s Fake News Bill Sparks Free Speech Debate

KARNATAKA’S FAKE NEWS BILL TRIGGERS FREE SPEECH DEBATE Why in the News? New legislation: The Karnataka Information and Fake News (Prohibition) Bill, 2025 seeks to regulate fake news on social media platforms. Controversial provisions: Offences include posting content deemed “anti-feminism” or “disrespecting Sanatan symbols”, with up to 7 years jail and ₹10 lakh fine. First-of-its-kind: …

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