Varanasi: Think twice before becoming administrator of a group on WhatsApp or Facebook as one is liable for prosecution if any rumour or fake news is circulated on it.
"There are several groups on social media which are named on news groups and also groups with other names which are propagating news and information which is not authentic. These are being forwarded without cross checking," it said. Considering this issue, directives are being issued to social media groups, WhatsApp and Facebook group administrators and members, the order said.
If any statement is made by a group member which is fake, can cause religious disharmony, or rumour, the group admin must deny it on the group and remove the member from the group, the order said.
The order also makes it clear that orders of the Supreme Court and various high courts will be considered while initiating action.
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