Abstract

This investigative scrutiny delves into the veracity and complexities of digital wrongdoings in India. The nation has witnessed a momentous surge in the quantity of digital wrongdoings in the recent period, prompting financial predicaments and disrepute in personal eminence. The analysis scrutinizes the various categories of digital wrongdoings that prevail in India, encompassing the malevolent activities of hacking, pilfering of personal identities, deceiving ploys of phishing and the vicious assaults of ransomware. Additionally, it evaluates the elements that foster the escalation of digital wrongdoings, such as the rapid and widespread proliferation of technology, inadequate discernment among the populace and the insufficiency of robust measures in cybersecurity. The study further discusses the legal framework and institutional mechanisms in place to combat cybercrimes in India, including the Information Technology Act, 2000, and the National Cyber Security Policy, 2013.The current discourse highlights the obstacles faced by authorities in their pursuit of cybercriminals. This is primarily due to the intricate nature of cybercrimes. The study puts forth the necessity for a comprehensive approach in addressing cybercrimes in India. This would entail a combination of legal, technological, and educational measures aimed at raising public awareness and fortifying cybersecurity infrastructure.

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