Archive · 26 Dec 2025
Madras HC Suggests Australia-Like Social Media Ban for Under-16s
The Madras High Court in India has suggested that the Indian government should consider banning social media for children under 16, similar to a law passed in Australia.
The court wants the government to make sure that children are protected from bad content on the internet.
In Australia, children under 16 are not allowed to use social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok.
If these platforms don't follow the law, they can be fined a lot of money.
The Indian court also wants more awareness campaigns to teach parents and children about the dangers of child pornography and how to stay safe online.
Some teenagers and social media companies in Australia are not happy with the ban.
Madras High Court suggests India consider banning social media for under-16s, similar to Australia's law.
Australian law mandates social media platforms to remove users under 16 or face fines up to 49.5 million Australian dollars.
Indian court emphasizes the need for parental control apps and awareness campaigns about child pornography.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese supports the ban, stating it will help children have a better childhood.
Social media giants and many teenagers in Australia oppose the ban.
- Who
- Madras High Court, Australian Government, Social Media Platforms, Teenagers
- What
- Suggestion to ban social media for under-16s, Australian ban on social media for under-16s
- When
- Ongoing, Australian ban effective December 10
- Where
- India, Australia
- Why
- To protect children from harmful content and allow them to have a childhood
- Country
- India
- Court
- Madras High Court
- Proposed Ban Age
- Under 16
- Australian Ban Age
- Under 16
- Australian Ban Fines
- Up to 49.5 million Australian dollars ($32.9 million)
- Australian Ban Effective Date
- December 10
- Australian Ban Legislation Year
- Last year
Sources
Consider Law Like Australia To Ban Under-16s From Social Media: Madras High Court
Madras High Court suggests Australia like ban on social media for children
Madras HC seeks Australia-like social media ban for children under 16
Madras HC proposes Australia-style social media restrictions for minors
Will India Ban Social Media For Kids Aged Below 16? Madras HC Urges Govt To Consider Implementing Australia-Like Law
