The government has indicated that it is examining increasing calls to restrict or potentially ban access to social media platforms for children under the age of 16. The move comes amid mounting concerns over the impact of excessive social media use on mental health, online safety, academic performance, and overall well-being of minors.
Over the past few years, parents, educators, child rights groups, and mental health professionals have repeatedly flagged the risks young users face online—ranging from cyberbullying and addictive content patterns to exposure to harmful or age-inappropriate material. These concerns have intensified as smartphone penetration and affordable internet access have
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