{"product_id":"india-misinformed-the-true-story-by-pratik-sinha-dr-sumaiya-shaikh-arjun-sidharth","title":"India Misinformed: The True Story by Pratik Sinha| DR Sumaiya Shaikh| Arjun Sidharth","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBook Summary: \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIndia Misinformed: The True Story\u003c\/em\u003e examines the rise of misinformation, fake news, and propaganda in India and their impact on society, politics, and democracy. Written by the team behind \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.altnews.in\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eAlt News\u003c\/a\u003e, the book presents numerous case studies of viral claims, manipulated images, fabricated stories, and misleading narratives that spread through social media, messaging platforms, and even mainstream media. The authors investigate how false information is created, amplified, and used to influence public opinion, often leading to communal tensions, mob violence, defamation, and political polarization. By analyzing real examples involving public figures, historical events, and social issues, the book teaches readers how to identify misinformation, verify sources, and develop critical thinking skills in the digital age. It serves as both a documentation of India's fake-news ecosystem and a practical guide to media literacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Authors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePratik Sinha, Dr. Sumaiya Shaikh, and Arjun Sidharth are among the founding members and key contributors of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.altnews.in\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eAlt News\u003c\/a\u003e, one of India's leading fact-checking organizations. Pratik Sinha is a former software engineer who turned to fact-checking and digital misinformation research. Dr. Sumaiya Shaikh is a neuroscientist whose work has contributed to understanding the social and psychological effects of misinformation. Arjun Sidharth has a background in television journalism and news production. Together, they have dedicated their work to exposing false claims, promoting evidence-based reporting, and educating the public about the dangers of misinformation. Their combined expertise in technology, journalism, and research forms the foundation of \u003cem\u003eIndia Misinformed: The True Story\u003c\/em\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best Of Used Books","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":49222786646273,"sku":null,"price":199.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/4299\/0495\/files\/im.jpg?v=1780381749","url":"https:\/\/bestofusedbooks.com\/products\/india-misinformed-the-true-story-by-pratik-sinha-dr-sumaiya-shaikh-arjun-sidharth","provider":"Best Of Used Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}