Cyber Crime in India – Legal Awareness and Prevention
Meta Description: Know about different types of cyber crimes in India, legal penalties, and how to protect yourself online. Introduction Cybercrime is on the rise with the increasing use of internet and digital devices. Indian law provides strict penalties to protect citizens against hacking, phishing, identity theft, and other cyber offenses. Types of Cyber Crimes Hacking: Unauthorized access to computer systems Phishing: Fraudulent attempts to obtain sensitive information Identity Theft: Using someone else’s identity for illegal purposes Online Fraud: Scams, fake websites, and e-commerce cheating Cyber Stalking / Harassment Legal Penalties Information Technology Act 2000 : Covers hacking, identity theft, cyber fraud, and online defamation Indian Penal Code (IPC) : Sections 66, 66A, and 66C for cyber offenses Penalties include fines, imprisonment , or both How to File a Complaint Collect all evidence (screenshots, emails, transactio...