Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: HT

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What prompted the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology to notify the FCU as the central government's fact-checking body?

A recent Bombay High Court decision and an upcoming Supreme Court hearing (correct)

A directive from the Supreme Court to establish a centralized fact-checking mechanism

Pressure from international organizations to combat fake news and disinformation

Widespread concerns over the spread of misinformation during the upcoming elections

What is the primary role of the Press Information Bureau's Fact Check Unit (FCU) under the new notification?

To monitor and fact-check all information related to upcoming elections

To identify false or misleading information related to the central government's business (correct)

To regulate online content and enforce censorship across all platforms

To serve as a watchdog for media organizations and journalists

How is the FCU's role perceived by different stakeholders?

It is widely accepted as a necessary measure to combat misinformation

Some view it as a violation of freedom of speech, while others see it as complying with the Model Code of Conduct (correct)

It is criticized by all political parties as an attempt to suppress dissent

It is supported by all media organizations as a step towards self-regulation

What is the primary concern regarding the FCU's role in fact-checking?

Its potential to influence voters during elections Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is NOT true based on the information provided?

The FCU's role is widely supported by all political parties and media organizations Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the Fact Check Unit (FCU) established by the central government?

To identify false or misleading information related to the central government's business Signup and view all the answers

Why do some argue that the FCU's role complies with the Model Code of Conduct?

Because it won't influence voters and aligns with ethical guidelines Signup and view all the answers

How do opponents view the FCU's role in fact-checking?

As a violation of freedom of speech Signup and view all the answers

What recent decision by the Bombay High Court led to the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology taking action on fact-checking?

A ruling against spreading false information about the central government Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential consequence of the FCU vetting online content related to the central government's business?

Limitation of false or misleading information dissemination Signup and view all the answers

Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: HT

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What prompted the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology to notify the FCU as the central government's fact-checking body?

What is the primary role of the Press Information Bureau's Fact Check Unit (FCU) under the new notification?

How is the FCU's role perceived by different stakeholders?

What is the primary concern regarding the FCU's role in fact-checking?

Which of the following statements is NOT true based on the information provided?

What is the main purpose of the Fact Check Unit (FCU) established by the central government?

Why do some argue that the FCU's role complies with the Model Code of Conduct?

How do opponents view the FCU's role in fact-checking?

What recent decision by the Bombay High Court led to the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology taking action on fact-checking?

What is the potential consequence of the FCU vetting online content related to the central government's business?

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