Exposing corruption through social media has become an effective and fast method in today's digital age. Here are some major ways in which this is made possible:
Sharing Evidence:
People can upload evidence related to corruption such as videos, audios, photos or documents on social media. For example, a video of an official taking a bribe can go viral, attracting instant attention.
Viral Campaign:
Awareness against corruption can be spread through hashtags and trends. For example, in India, the "AAP" party used social media in its early days to raise its voice against corruption.
Direct communication:
Common people share their complaints or experiences on social media, which reaches a large number of people. This creates pressure on the government or institutions to take action.
Role of the Whistleblower:
Sometimes employees or insiders expose corruption within an organization using social media. For example, anonymous accounts on Twitter (now X) often leak information.
Journalism and Investigation:
Independent journalists and citizens publish their investigations on social media, bringing to light issues missed by traditional media.
However, it also has some risks such as the spread of misinformation or personal defamation. Nevertheless, social media has made its place as a powerful platform in exposing corruption.
