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Singapore orders social media sites to block posts targeting Indian community

CNA • 2026-06-06T08:46:29Z • 2:28:00 • intermediate • News

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In a bold move to protect its multi-racial society, Singapore has taken steps to block social media posts that target the Indian community. Discover the implications of this decision and the ongoing battle against divisive online content.

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Q2. Where did the problematic content targeting the Indian community originate from?

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Q3. What type of content is being targeted by Singapore's actions?

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Q4. Which social media platforms were instructed to disable access to the targeted posts?

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Q5. What should Singaporeans be cautious about regarding online content?

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offensive

/əˈfɛnsɪv/

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causing someone to feel resentful, upset, or annoyed.

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The offensive remarks made during the meeting led to a heated discussion.

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problematic

/ˌprɒbləˈmætɪk/

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constituting or presenting a problem or difficulty.

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The project's problematic aspects need to be addressed before moving forward.

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facade

/fəˈsɑːd/

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a deceptive outward appearance; a misrepresentation.

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The company's facade of success hid its financial struggles.

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undermine

/ˌʌndərˈmaɪn/

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to weaken or damage something, especially gradually or secretly.

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His actions could undermine the trust that the team has built over the years.

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discerning

/dɪˈsɜrnɪŋ/

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having or showing good judgment; perceptive.

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disseminate

/dɪˈsɛmɪˌneɪt/

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to spread or disperse information widely.

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