The
Internet:transforming society and shaping the future through chat.
-Dave berry
Since its invention the
Internet has linked itself with almost every event. More recently with the growth of social networking sites, blogging domains and
various forums the Internet has become the central place where people
from all fields(students, professionals, researchers...the list goes
on) discuss a wide range of topics.
This common platform
where the common man is able to voice out his opinion is a boon
to the worlds greatest democracy, but sadly the Indian government is
now trying to bring in a law which would take away this freedom of ours over the Internet.
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| The gathering |
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| Students sharing their views |
We started with slogan
shouting at 5pm, at Town hall. Each one held a placard with facts and
slogans written which captured the strong sense of apathy to the
upcoming bill. Along with slogan shouting we had a small talk which covered all the restrictions we would face if the
bill was passed. Also students representing various collages around
Bangalore spoke about how the Internet plays a vital role in their
lives and how such a law would effect them. Songs of freedom were
sung in Kannada and Malayalam.
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| Skit performed by activists |
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While the main intention
was to bring this issue into the limelight,and the media to capture,
This was just one small step. The objective was accomplished through
the slogan shouting, skit, songs and candle light vigil.
If any of you are
interested please sign the online petition at:
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| placards held! |
It is high time the Government takes a pragmatic approach and withdraw the proposed bill and ensure freedom of democracy.
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