The India-China Tiktok Case: A Question On Youth's Freedom Of Expression And The Limits Of Cultural Tolerance

Authors

  • Angelica B. Ragay Polytechnic University of the Philippines – Parañaque City Campus.
  • Julian Louis N. Malabanan Polytechnic University of the Philippines – Parañaque City Campus.
  • Vhrent A. Antuerpia Polytechnic University of the Philippines – Parañaque City Campus.
  • EJ Andrea I. Canatoy Polytechnic University of the Philippines – Parañaque City Campus.
  • Francheska T. Bobadilla Polytechnic University of the Philippines – Parañaque City Campus.
  • Christian V. Villagen Polytechnic University of the Philippines – Parañaque City Campus.
  • Mark Angelbert C. Putong Polytechnic University of the Philippines – Parañaque City Campus.

Keywords:

India, Tiktok Ban, Culture, Youth, Freedom of Expression

Abstract

The authors explore the intricacies of TikTok's restriction in India, emphasizing its connection with China and the resulting regulatory and policy implications. TikTok, a leading digital platform, has been utilized by Indian youth as a means of self-expression, mostly through short films. This inquiry explores the effects of TikTok on many sociocultural aspects by using a multicultural approach. It also looks into efforts to discover alternatives and promote collaboration between India and China. By examining reputable media sources and published works, the authors' research has uncovered intricate details about the reasons for the ban. These results have had an impact on how users behave and how Indian culture is shared worldwide.

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2023-12-26

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Angelica B. Ragay, Julian Louis N. Malabanan, Vhrent A. Antuerpia, EJ Andrea I. Canatoy, Francheska T. Bobadilla, Christian V. Villagen, & Mark Angelbert C. Putong. (2023). The India-China Tiktok Case: A Question On Youth’s Freedom Of Expression And The Limits Of Cultural Tolerance. International Journal on Management Education and Emerging Technology(IJMEET), 1(3), 69–76. Retrieved from https://ijmeet.org/index.php/journal/article/view/25

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