CYBER LAWS IN INDIA: A STUDY OF LEGAL FRAMEWORK AND SOCIAL IMPLICATIONS

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The rapid advancement of digital technology has transformed the way individuals communicate, conduct business, and access information, thereby making cyberspace an essential component of modern society. Along with these developments, cybercrime, data misuse, and digital rights violations have emerged as serious concerns. In India, cyber laws have evolved primarily through the enactment of the Information Technology Act, 2000 and subsequent judicial interpretations. This paper aims to examine the legal framework governing cyberspace in India and analyze its social implications. It adopts a socio-legal approach to assess the effectiveness of cyber laws in addressing cyber offences, protecting individual rights, and maintaining social order in the digital environment. The study finds that while India has developed a comprehensive cyber legal framework, significant challenges persist in enforcement, public awareness, and adaptation to emerging technologies. The paper concludes by suggesting legal and policy reforms to strengthen cyber governance in India.

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