New Delhi, Aug. 7 -- Meta is facing one of its biggest challenges in its largest market by active monthly users after a parliamentary panel questioned the company's handling of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Facebook post while raising the possibility of withdrawing its safe harbour protection under Indian law.

The issue assumes significance amid broader concerns over Meta's content moderation practices, including child sexual abuse material and deepfakes. While the company has apologized for removal of PM Modi's video and child abuse materials, it has reignited discussions over its liability, accountability and the legal protections available to it in the country.

Meta's Chief Global Affairs Officer Joel Kaplan apologised to the Minist...