Cyber Law Questions
Browse cyber law questions asked by people across India.
Questions in Cyber Law are answered with reference to the Information Technology Act, 2000 and the rules framed under it, read with the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 for offences such as cheating and forgery. Each answer states the section that applies, the forum that hears the matter and the limitation period, so the position can be checked against the official text at India Code before you act on it.
The forum depends on the facts rather than the label: a dispute described as a family matter may be heard by a family court, a magistrate or a civil judge depending on whether the relief sought is maintenance, custody, injunction or declaration. Where the law has been renumbered by the 2023 criminal law reforms, answers note both the old and the new section numbers.
My Instagram account was hacked and the hacker is sending abusive messages to my followers from my profile. What legal action can I take?
Someone sent me a UPI collect request and I approved it by mistake, lost Rs 15,000. Can I get my money back and where do I complain?
My company's customer database was hacked and customer data is on sale on the dark web, what is my legal responsibility?
A person is stalking me online and tracking my location through my social media posts, is there a law against cyberstalking?
I invested money in a crypto trading platform and now the website is shut down and my Rs 2 lakh is gone, what legal remedy?
My classmate is bullying me online on Instagram with memes about my appearance, can my parents file a complaint?
I received an SMS with a link saying my SIM will be deactivated, when I clicked it Rs 20000 was debited, what can I do?
Someone posted a defamatory video about my business on YouTube causing me loss of customers, can I sue them?
My Aadhaar number and PAN were leaked in a data breach, what steps should I take to protect myself?
A person is constantly messaging me on WhatsApp with abusive language and threats, is this a crime?
I was called by someone claiming to be from a company offering a part-time job and I lost Rs 50000 in the scam, how to recover it?
Someone hacked my Gmail account and is sending emails to my contacts asking for money, how do I report this?
A fake loan app deducted my contacts and is harassing me to repay a loan I never took, what to do?
My ex-boyfriend is threatening to share my private photos on Instagram if I don't talk to him, can I file a case?
I ordered a mobile phone online for Rs 40000 but received an empty box, the website is not giving refund, what should I do?
Someone created a fake Facebook profile using my name and photos and is sending bad messages to my friends, what legal action can I take?
Someone did a UPI transaction of Rs 15000 from my phone without my permission, how can I get my money back?
What are the penalties for hacking under Section 66 of the Information Technology Act, 2000, and how are they enforced?
What steps do I need to take to protect my intellectual property online under the Copyright Act, 1957, and how is it linked to cyber law?
Is there a specific legal provision in the Cyber Crime Investigation Manual regarding the investigation of cyber crimes in India?
How can I report a phishing attack, and what procedures should I follow under the IT Act, 2000?
What legal recourse do I have if my personal data is misused according to Section 43A of the Information Technology Act, 2000?
What are the consequences of a data breach under the Personal Data Protection Bill, and how does it relate to the IT Act, 2000?
What are the legal implications of cyber bullying under the Information Technology Act, 2000, and how does Section 66A apply?
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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.