Safeguarding children's rights in the digital age: A critical analysis of India's cyber laws

Title

Safeguarding children's rights in the digital age: A critical analysis of India's cyber laws

Creator

Verma, Vijeta; Kumar, Priyanshu; Singhal, Drashya

Description

This chapter critically examines the legal framework governing child safety in India's digital landscape. It analyzes the IT Act, 2000, POCSO Act, 2012 and the DPDP Act, 2023, highlighting their relevance in combating cyber threats faced by children. It also discusses implementation gaps, lack of digital literacy and enforcement issues. Further, drawing insights from global practices. Thereafter, chapter emphasizes the importance of multi-stakeholder collaboration and proactive regulatory reforms to ensure a safe digital environment for minors. 2026 by IGI Global Scientific Publishing. All rights reserved.

Source

Child Protection Laws and Crime in the Digital Era;pp.253-280

Date

01-01-2025

Publisher

IGI Global

Coverage

Verma V., Christ University, India; Kumar P., Christ University, India; Singhal D., Christ University, India

Rights

Restricted Access; Hardcopy may be available in the library

Relation

ISBN: 979-833735134-6; 979-833735132-2;

Format

online

Language

English

Type

Book chapter

Identifier

https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3373-5132-2.ch011

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