AN EXPLORATION OF THE DOUBLE THINK THEORY IN MODERN SOCIETY BY GEORGE ORWELL NOVEL 1984

Abstract

This study looks at the ongoing significance of doublethink, as presented in George Orwell’s 1984, in today’s political, media, corporate and digital settings. The research applies a qualitative content analysis to discover Orwell’s description of people believing in opposing ideas and shows how this connects to examples in today’s political speeches, media, businesses and social media. The study points out that some messages in our society regularly conflict, for Example, encouraging privacy while watching our activities and promising high business ethics although they have questionable practices. Numerous authors such as Smith (2014) and others, analyze the research. It is found that doublethink continues to grow due to automated online platforms and fake stories. It is clear from the findings that today’s institutions influence public opinion by allowing contradictions which makes it harder for people to question authority. The study promotes learning about media literacy, acting ethically and being aware of psychological manipulation to keep from falling for the effects of current doublethink. The study points out that Orwell’s observations are still relevant, offering ideas for modern society to resist cognitive dissonance and support truth when lots of information is manipulated.