In our world, we often find ourselves surrendering our individuality, emotions, and natural instincts in the pursuit of societal control. This sacrifice of personal freedom and conformity to societal norms creates concerns and reminds us of the potential risks involved. "Brave New World" by Aldous Huxley sheds light on this issue, exploring the problems of a society built upon suppression and censorship. Throughout we can assess the accuracy and relevance of his points in relation to our present-day society.
Censorship's influence is noticeable in our society today, although it may not appear exactly as depicted in "Brave New World." Many countries employ censorship methods to ensure social stability, often claiming to protect public morals or national security. For instance, certain governments impose strict regulations on media, limit information access, and control internet content. For instance, China uses heavy media control and censorship to block outside information. Furthermore, This new form of societal control where individuals are constantly exposed to curated content and are influenced by the government. While these measures aim to maintain order and prevent turmoil, they also restrict the free exchange of ideas and impede the growth of
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Being able to develop our identities and engage in important conversations is threatened by censorship, whether it comes from governments or social media algorithms. We require openness, access to other points of view, and opinions, and the protection of freedom of speech. To preserve our freedom, we need to protect individualism, encourage free speech, and promote knowledge of the media. We may aim for a society that values individual freedom, supports diversity, and protects our basic human rights by applying the principles from "Brave New World" to our own