DIGITAL DIVIDE AMONG THE YOUTH IN INDIA: ISSUES AND CHALLENGES


Samujjal Ray
PhD Scholar, Department of Sociology, University of Mumbai, Mumbai, Maharashtra
Abstract
The digital divide is one of the major issues affecting various people worldwide. Despite the rise of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) in recent decades, the digital divide, which encompasses the disparity in access to the Internet and other digital devices, has been impacting various segments of society. In this aspect, youth worldwide are mostly affected. This article attempts to highlight the issue of the digital divide among the youth in India. First, this article examines the concept of the digital divide and youth. Second, it highlights the various issues and challenges that impact youth access to the Internet. Third, this article provides a concluding remark and suggests some policy measures.
Keywords: Digital divide, youth, India, ICTs, caste, class, gender, rural-urban divide
Journal Name :
EPRA International Journal of Research & Development (IJRD)

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Published on : 2025-02-17

Vol : 10
Issue : 2
Month : February
Year : 2025
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