Mohiuddin, Mohammad (2024) Unverified information in social networks: analysis from an Islamic perspective. International Journal of Law, Government and Communication (IJLGC). E-ISSN 0128-1763
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Abstract
In contemporary society, social media has evolved into an indispensable and pervasive tool, impacting individuals worldwide across various dimensions, including the personal, social, economic, and political spheres. The basic expectation from social networks is to serve the people and society by providing important, authentic information and verified news. Unfortunately, false news, rumours and fabricated information on social networks have become a threat to individuals, and a destructive tool for peace and societal harmony. The unregulated proliferation of hoaxes on social networks can lead to a myriad of societal disruptions and issues, thereby intensifying the need for harmonious and peaceful coexistence as advocated by both individuals and society at large. This is a qualitative descriptive article that explores the Islamic understanding and rulings on the spread of unverified information in social networks intentionally for gaining personal interest or political advantages. The article also recommends some ethical and moral precepts of revealed knowledge to ensure the proper use of social networks for the benefit of individuals and community, and to avoid unethical violation and immoral actions.
| Item Type: | Article (Journal) |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | Keywords: Hoax, Social Media, Social Unrest, Fabricated News, Islamic Ethics |
| Subjects: | BPC Science and Technology in Islam BPK Islamic law. Shari'ah. Fiqh H Social Sciences > H Social Sciences (General) H Social Sciences > HN Social history and conditions. Social problems. Social reform |
| Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button): | Kulliyyah of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences > Department of Qur’an and Sunnah |
| Depositing User: | Dr. Mohammad Mohiuddin |
| Date Deposited: | 31 Dec 2024 22:59 |
| Last Modified: | 31 Dec 2024 23:00 |
| URI: | http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/117180 |
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