Question

4. Which nation's lawmakers have approved a new law that will allow them to punish online media
outlets for publishing fake news?
a. India
b. China
C. Russia
d. Pakistan
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Answer 1

Explanation:

Russian lawmakers have approved a law under which officials will now be able to fine or block online media outlets for publishing news they deem fake.

Ans. C

Answer 2

Answer:

(c) Russia-

Russian lawmakers have approved a law under which officials will now be able to fine or block online media outlets for publishing news they deem fake. The law would allow prosecutors to decide what amounts to ‘fake news’ and gives a media watchdog the power to demand an outlet the information.