Question

The Dark Patterns Buster Hackathon was launched by the Indian government in October 2023 to develop apps, plug-ins, add-ons etc. to identify dark patterns in ____________?

• A. online drug dealing
• B. cyber security
• C. artificial intelligence based chatbots
• D. e-Commerce platforms

Answer 1

Answer:

D. e-Commerce platforms

The Dark Patterns Buster Hackathon was launched by the Indian government in October 2023 to develop apps, plug-ins, add-ons etc. to identify dark patterns in e-Commerce platforms DPBH-2023 a pioneering initiative, has successfully mobilized a nationwide campaign against dark patterns. The 4 rounds Hackathon was launched by the Department of Consumer Affairs on 26th October 2023 as its continued effort towards combating deceptive online practices