An Analysis of Right-Wing Influencers in Social Media

Introduction

• The speaker discusses the influence of right-wing YouTubers, particularly Elvish Yadav, on society.
• Points out issues like spreading hatred, promoting harmful substances, and manipulating facts.

Criticism of Elvish Yadav

Behavior and Content

• Uses offensive language and promotes aggression.
• Objectifies women and promotes betting and other harmful activities.
• Frequently targets Dhruv Rathee and other personalities to gain views.

False Allegations

• Claims Dhruv shared p0rnographic content on Telegram.
  • Untrue; a common bug affected many Telegram users.

Team Misrepresentation

• Incorrectly claimed Dhruv has a small team.
  • Dhruv clarified he has a team of 10-15 people.

Cryptocurrency Promotion

• Accused of promoting a fake cryptocurrency.
  • Dhruv took steps to verify the credibility of the project before promoting it.

Ideological Issues

• Elvish accuses Dhruv of being linked with DW (Deutsche Welle) and supporting AAP (Aam Aadmi Party).
  • Misrepresents facts and uses selective information to build a narrative.

Advocating Responsible Influencer Behavior

Ethical Guidelines by Dhruv Rathee

• Stop promoting harmful substances. No betting, gambling, tobacco, or unhealthy food/drink promotions.
• Set higher standards for sponsored content. Verify legitimacy and avoid ethical conflicts.

Verification and Accountability

• Dhruv shared email evidence showcasing his diligence before promoting a cryptocurrency project.

Misinformation and Personal Attacks

Addressing Lies and Misleading Claims

• Elvish's misrepresentation of Dhruv's audience and affiliations.
• False portrayal of Dhruv’s support for Aurangzeb and other historical figures.

Right-Wing Ecosystem Tactics

• Spreading hatred and communal division in the name of patriotism.
• Utilizing selective outrage and manipulation to influence public opinion.

Steps to Improve Social Influence

Dhruv's Recommendations for Elvish

1. Remove violent imagery and promote unity on social profiles.
2. Voice positive change and avoid harmful sponsorships.
3. Remove content offensive to religious sentiments.
4. Withdraw misleading products like hoodies with misinterpreted scriptures.
5. Refrain from normalizing substance abuse in videos.
6. Delete content objectifying women or promoting immoral behavior.
7. Improve basic knowledge and fact-checking skills.
8. Encourage followers to use respectful language online.
9. Produce positive and culturally enriching content.
10. Avoid criminal activities and focus on positive societal contributions.

Conclusion

• The speaker emphasizes the need for influencers to promote positive and ethical content.
• Criticizes the right-wing propaganda and its negative impact on society.

Additional Resources

• Encourages viewers to explore courses on making a positive impact through social media.