Q. Recently, which ministry has notified the PIB’s Fact Check Unit (FCU) under IT Rules 2021?
[A] Ministry of Commerce and Industry
[B] Ministry of Communications
[C] Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
[D] Ministry of Information and Broadcasting
Answer: C [Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology]
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology recently notified the Press Information Bureau’s Fact Check Unit under IT Rules of 2021. Established in 2019, its objective is to deter creators of fake news.
It allows easy reporting of suspicious information regarding the Government of India. The FCU counters misinformation on government policies, initiatives, and schemes either proactively or via complaints. It monitors, detects, and corrects disinformation campaigns promptly.
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