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    Is Riya using the Internet responsibly and showing respect for others? Is she a good digital citizen?

                     Digital citizenship is the safe, responsible, ethical, and respectful use of digital devices and the
                     Internet.  It  includes  protecting  personal  information,  communicating  politely  online,  following
                     digital rules, avoiding cyberbullying, and thinking carefully before sharing anything. A good digital
                     citizen understands digital rights and responsibilities, uses technology for learning and creativity,
                     and maintains a positive digital footprint while ensuring that their actions do not harm anyone in
                     the online world.

                     A digital citizen:

                         Knows personal rights such as privacy and freedom of expression.
                         Follows responsibilities such as honesty and respect.

                         Treats others with kindness by avoiding mean remarks or harmful comments online.

                                Rights                         Responsibilities                       Respect

                            Understand and                    Adheres to digital                  Show respect to
                          exercises digital right,             responsibilities,                   others online,
                            such as privacy.                  including honesty.                avoiding negativity .

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                     DIGITAL RIGHTS

                                               “While working online, various digital rights are available.

                                                            Let us understand these rights.”

                     Digital rights are the rights that every person has while using the Internet and digital technologies.
                     These include the right to access online information, the right to privacy and protection of personal
                     data, the right to express opinions safely, and the right to use digital tools without being harmed
                     or discriminated against.

                     Digital rights support online learning, communication with others, sharing of ideas, and protection
                     of personal information. These rights  ensure that  everyone,  including  students,  can enjoy  the
                     benefits of the digital world without facing harm or misuse.

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