New Delhi, March 9 -- A viral video about a seemingly-innocent prank has started discussions about racism. The prank on Twitter (now X) shows a child with a realistic black face mask. She tricks a woman into thinking it's a real ghost. The video has gained 26 million views on social media.

The prank has, however, started a debate about racism since it involves a "blackface".

"When will we determine if she is a racist or an artist? I mean, is blackface allowed in this situation?" wrote one social media user.

"I thought blackface was illegal," commented one user while another said, "This prank is pure evil."

"I don't think this is legal in the US," commented another.

Blackface originated nearly 200 years ago in the Middle Ages. It mock...