NCERT in Pakistan releases new advisory on the responsible usage of social media to address escalating risks associated with social media platforms.
Key threats identified in the advisory include misinformation, digital propaganda, fraud, harassment, risks for vulnerable groups, privacy concerns, and psychological exploitation.
Recommended best practices by NCERT include security hygiene, evidence collection, adjusting privacy settings, and verifying information before sharing to combat misinformation.
Citizens are advised to report cyber incidents to FIA-NCCIA, PTA, and National CERT, with platform-specific issues to be addressed through official channels provided by major social media platforms.