A Comprehensive Socio-Legal Analysis Of Cybercrime In India: Patterns, Challenges, And Legal Frameworks

Abstract

This research explores the socio-legal implications of cybercrime in India, with a focus on privacy rights and the legal framework for combating cyber offenses. It examines the effectiveness of the Information Technology Act, 2000, and its amendments in addressing emerging cyber threats. The study analyzes the recognition of the right to privacy under Indian law, considering whether it sufficiently protects citizens in the digital age. Using doctrinal and non-doctrinal research methods, the study combines legal analysis with qualitative data from surveys, interviews, and case studies to assess the broader societal impacts of cybercrime. The research also investigates the conflict between the right to privacy and the right to information, exploring the adequacy of current governmental measures to safeguard digital privacy. The findings offer insights into improving privacy protection, proposing reforms to align legal mechanisms with technological advancements and address the challenges posed by cybercrime effectively