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Gen Z Protests: Unpacking Youth Anger, Violence & Social Media's Role
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News18•02-10-2026, 19:43
Gen Z Protests: Unpacking Youth Anger, Violence & Social Media's Role
- •The inaugural episode of Plainspeak Freestyle delves into the complexities of Gen Z protests in India.
- •Experts examine the forces shaping a generation expressing political and social frustration both on the streets and online.
- •The discussion explores difficult questions surrounding violence, accountability, youth anger, and the influence of social media.
- •The panel investigates whether online platforms amplify existing frustration or fundamentally change youth mobilization.
- •The diversity within Gen Z is also examined, highlighting varied motivations, grievances, and expectations among young people.
Key Questions Answered
The inaugural episode focuses on the complexities of Gen Z protests in India, exploring youth anger, violence, accountability, and the influence of social media.
Social media platforms are under debate regarding whether they simply amplify existing frustrations or fundamentally change how young people organize, mobilize, and respond to political events.
No, young people are not a single political bloc, as their motivations, grievances, and expectations vary significantly based on their individual experiences and circumstances.
