Question 1

In the 2024 Indian general elections, a significant portion of political campaigning reportedly involved AI-generated content. Approximately how much was reportedly spent on authorized AI-generated content by political parties?

Accepted Answer

$50 million

Question 2

Which South Asian country's recent youth-led protest movements have been characterized by the use of social media, memes, and viral videos, leading to significant political shifts?

Accepted Answer

Bangladesh

Question 3

The 'Cockroach Janta Party' (CJP) in India emerged as a satirical online movement. What specific incident or comment inspired its creation?

Accepted Answer

A Supreme Court Justice comparing unemployed youth to 'cockroaches' and 'parasites'.

Question 4

In Nepal, what specific government action was a catalyst for a significant Gen Z-led protest movement in 2025?

Accepted Answer

A ban on major social media platforms.

Question 5

Which South Asian nation saw its political landscape significantly reshaped in 2024, with social media platforms like Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok playing a central role in campaigning and viral content, including a political anthem for the Jamaat-e-Islami party?

Accepted Answer

Bangladesh

Question 6

What is a notable trend observed in recent political discourse in the Maldives, often amplified through social media, which involves criticizing foreign relations and making accusations of selling sovereignty?

Accepted Answer

The 'India Out' campaign

Question 7

Which South Asian country's 2024 elections were notably influenced by AI, including the creation of parody videos and AI-generated content by major political parties like the INC and BJP?

Accepted Answer

India

Question 8

In the context of Bhutan's digital landscape, who is recognized as a landmark figure for being the first Bhutanese creator to receive a YouTube Silver Creator Award?

Accepted Answer

Yeshi Lhendup

Question 9

Social media has been instrumental in recent political movements across South Asia. In Sri Lanka, the 2022 mass protest movement that led to the ousting of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa was known by what name?

Accepted Answer

The Aragalaya ('Struggle')

Question 10

What was a significant concern raised regarding the use of AI in the 2024 Indian elections, particularly in relation to political figures and candidates?

Accepted Answer

The potential for targeted harassment and the creation of unethical deepfakes.

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