<h5>Which report has highlighted this issue?</h5><p>The World Economic Forum (WEF) has recently released the Global Risks Report 2024. This report explores numerous risks the world faces over the next decade with regard to rapid technological development, economic uncertainty, climate change, wars, etc. This report also talks about misinformation and disinformation.</p><p>The report highlighted that India took the first position in facing the highest risk of misinformation and disinformation worldwide. Misinformation and disinformation have emerged as the most severe global risk the world faces over the next two years.</p><h5>What are misinformation and disinformation, according to the report?</h5><figure class="image"><img src="https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/newsahoot.appspot.com/o/risk-of-misinformation-and-disinformation-highest-in-india%2FCOVID.jpg?alt=media&amp;token=460aac9d-5eb0-4b87-9ce8-7e510def886b"><figcaption>People protesting against the COVID-19 safety precautions due to misinformation. Photo by Mark on Flickr / CC BY 2.0 DEED</figcaption></figure><p>The report defines misinformation and disinformation as false information conveyed through the media and other sources that causes individuals to question facts and authority. This includes fake, modified, and fabricated content.</p><p>Disinformation is described as situations in which someone has intentionally attempted to mislead their audience. Misinformation is inaccurate information conveyed unintentionally, which can be harmful, as shown by various conspiracy theories.</p><h5>What are the effects of such false information?</h5><p>False information can confuse people, causing them to believe incorrect information or question true information. This can lead to incorrect decisions. It can cause dread and anxiety, particularly during times of crisis or uncertainty. It can also worsen societal differences between various groups of people. This can cause hatred and violence, harming social peace.</p><p>False information can influence public opinion on various topics, including elections, social issues, etc. It also promotes the spread of conspiracy theories, which can provoke violence, weaken trust in scientific results, etc. Fake or false information takes people away from the truth or reality.</p><p>Fake or false information regarding health-related topics, such as vaccines or treatments, can have serious public health consequences. It can increase vaccination delay, promote harmful treatment, and weaken public health initiatives aimed at preventing disease spread. These are some harmful effects of false information.</p><h5>What are some ways to avoid misinformation and disinformation?</h5><p>First of all, we must look at who is sharing the information. We must see whether it is from a verified source before we believe it and share it with others. We must also check whether several other reliable sources are also reporting the information. If many reliable sources report a piece of information, it is more likely to be correct.</p><p>There are also fact-checking websites that can be used to verify whether some information is true or false. We must also report false information on social media so that others can avoid it. These are some ways to avoid false information.</p>

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