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AI and fake media in Bangladesh’s election (Level A1) — A man holding up a picture of a woman

AI and fake media in Bangladesh’s electionCEFR A1

1 Apr 2026

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Adapted from Zulker Naeen, Global Voices • CC BY 3.0

Photo by Refat Ul Islam, Unsplash

Level A1 – Beginner
2 min
77 words
  • Bangladesh held a high-stakes national election.
  • The vote followed a large student uprising.
  • People online use AI to shape messages.
  • A fake photo appeared in mid-December online.
  • The photo seemed to show a student leader and shooter.
  • Fact-checkers say the image is AI-made.
  • Many fake videos and false quotes spread quickly.
  • Posts copy trusted news logos to seem real.
  • Fake posts target parties and leaders online.
  • Observers worry these tricks may spread regionally.

Difficult words

  • election — A public vote to choose leaders
  • uprising — A large public protest or rebellion
  • image — A picture or photo shown online
  • fact-checker — A person who checks news for truth
    Fact-checkers
  • target — To aim messages or attacks at someone

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Discussion questions

  • Have you seen fake photos online?
  • Do you trust news logos on social posts?
  • Would you check a photo before sharing it?

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