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 Cyber law In India -

The law includes technologies, internet so we also call it digital law or internet law. It is another arm of law that deals with  law that includes  cyberspace, internet and also probably IT. It revolves around a vast area of legal aspects in relation to Intellectual property rights, e-commerce or data protection, online dispute etc.  Its initial aim is to give a secure legal framework to fight against digital threats.

 Categories of Cyber Crimes In India -

 Identity theft - Stealing or using any person’s identity without their knowledge, in instance - name, aadhar card, PAN card, password bank account cards or account itself etc.

Cyberbullying or Stalking - Bullying someone on the internet with bad comments and all, or stalking in a way that is a threat to privacy. 

Phishing- An attempt to obtain sensitive information that is personal happens through SMS, e-mail or any networking help. 

Online fraud- Any consumer fraud happen by online stores or any fraud done through online.  

Online Defamation - False or damaging statements about someone or any entity that lead to reputational harm any way. 

Online Sexual Harassment - Any coercioned or non - consensual distribution of intimate or sexual images or videos of any individual, Usually done by ex- partners but they are not the only one. People can stoop so low sometimes, that they do not even think about the other person’s reputation. 

Hacking- Hacking someone's personal computer or network is a malwork, it is a brute attack that exploits vulnerabilities. 

Software disruption Attack - Anyone installed  any malicious software for creating disruption in the computer operation, it causes unnecessary damage. 

Data breach - Any unauthorized access, or any data transfer without the data owner's permission is illegal can lead to severe punishment as data can include someone's personal information and everything. 

Effects of Cyber crime : 

 i) Financial losses - Theft of money from Bank accounts which used to be the safest area for saving money, now a thing to get depressed about. 

ii) Identity theft - Personal information used by someone without your knowledge. 

iii) Psychological Stress - It can trigger fear, anxiety, stress if being targeted by Cyberbullying or stalking or getting blackmailed about revenge porno. 

iv) Loss of privacy - It will be no more as another will always be there forcing you to drown in the stress. 

v) Reputation Damage- Individual or Entity, reputation can get damage either way. 

vi) Business Disruption 

How to Report about it if anyone is facing this type of Trauma 

If someone is a victim cybercrime in India, they should these steps, it can help 

Collect some Evidence : It can help later as we all know proofs are needed in every case.

Online Report : Go to the National CyberCrime Reporting Portal and report the inconvenience you are facing.

 FIR : Go to the Local police station and lodge an FIR. 

Legal counseling : Look for good and trusted legal consultants as they can only help you through the true legal guidance. 

Purpose of the Law 

To make Digital Transaction legalized: Give a legal validity to the e-records and e-signatures for e-commerce and e-governance.

 Cybercrime Defence: Define offenses like hacking, identity theft etc. and stating the prescribed penalties regarding these.

Protect Data & Privacy: Legal safeguard of all the  personal data.

Rules for  Online Conducting:  Regulations for internet usage, promoting and a creation of a secure and trustworthy digital environment for all.

FAQs : 

Provision for Cyber law ?

A: Information Technology Act 2000 or IT Act, it is the primary act that governs Cyber Law.

What should be the first step of a cybercrime victim?

A: Go to a nearby police station , lodge an FIR, consult an Advocate. 

Is cybercrime also a severe type of crime? Do people get punished after committing it?

A: Any type of harassment is a crime, and every type of crime has its own punishments. Here in India we have provisions for that, one just needs good legal guidance. 

What if someone from outside of India targets the Indian system or people?

A: The Indian provisions related to it have extraterritorial jurisdiction, they can apply even if the situation occurs like this. 

Are Digital signatures valid?

A: Along with digital contacts, digital signatures are also valid.