Cyber Law Questions
Browse cyber law questions asked by people across India.
A fake loan app is harassing me and my contacts from Mumbai; how do I stop it?
My child is being cyberbullied by classmates in Itanagar; what is my legal remedy?
My child is being cyberbullied by classmates in Gangtok; what is my legal remedy?
My child is being cyberbullied by classmates in Aizawl; what is my legal remedy?
My child is being cyberbullied by classmates in Kohima; what is my legal remedy?
My child is being cyberbullied by classmates in Shillong; what is my legal remedy?
My child is being cyberbullied by classmates in Imphal; what is my legal remedy?
My child is being cyberbullied by classmates in Agartala; what is my legal remedy?
My child is being cyberbullied by classmates in Srinagar; what is my legal remedy?
My child is being cyberbullied by classmates in Jammu; what is my legal remedy?
My child is being cyberbullied by classmates in Vasco da Gama; what is my legal remedy?
My child is being cyberbullied by classmates in Margao; what is my legal remedy?
My child is being cyberbullied by classmates in Panaji; what is my legal remedy?
My child is being cyberbullied by classmates in Dharamshala; what is my legal remedy?
My child is being cyberbullied by classmates in Manali; what is my legal remedy?
My child is being cyberbullied by classmates in Shimla; what is my legal remedy?
My child is being cyberbullied by classmates in Haldwani; what is my legal remedy?
My child is being cyberbullied by classmates in Nainital; what is my legal remedy?
My child is being cyberbullied by classmates in Haridwar; what is my legal remedy?
My child is being cyberbullied by classmates in Dehradun; what is my legal remedy?
My child is being cyberbullied by classmates in Silchar; what is my legal remedy?
My child is being cyberbullied by classmates in Dibrugarh; what is my legal remedy?
My child is being cyberbullied by classmates in Guwahati; what is my legal remedy?
My child is being cyberbullied by classmates in Bilaspur; what is my legal remedy?
My child is being cyberbullied by classmates in Bhilai; what is my legal remedy?
My child is being cyberbullied by classmates in Raipur; what is my legal remedy?
My child is being cyberbullied by classmates in Bokaro; what is my legal remedy?
My child is being cyberbullied by classmates in Dhanbad; what is my legal remedy?
My child is being cyberbullied by classmates in Jamshedpur; what is my legal remedy?
My child is being cyberbullied by classmates in Ranchi; what is my legal remedy?
Frequently Asked Questions about Cyber Law
What is cyber law in India?
Cyber law in India is governed primarily by the Information Technology Act, 2000 (amended 2008), the Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023, and relevant IPC provisions. It covers cybercrime, data protection, e-commerce, and digital signatures.
How to file a cyber crime complaint in India?
To file a cyber crime complaint: (1) Report on the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal (cybercrime.gov.in), (2) Visit the nearest cyber crime cell with evidence, (3) File an FIR at the local police station, (4) For financial fraud, also complain to your bank and RBI banking ombudsman.
What is the punishment for hacking in India?
Under Section 66 of the IT Act, hacking is punishable with imprisonment up to 3 years and/or fine up to ₹5 lakh. Under the new Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, additional charges of criminal trespass and theft may apply.
How to report online fraud in India?
Report online fraud: (1) Call the national helpline 1930 immediately, (2) File a complaint on cybercrime.gov.in, (3) Inform your bank to freeze the account, (4) File an FIR at the local police station with transaction details, screenshots, and the fraudster contact information.
What are my data privacy rights in India?
Under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023, you have the right to: access your personal data, correct inaccurate data, erase your data, nominate someone to exercise rights after death, and grievance redressal with a Data Protection Board.