2024-04-29 01:21:55
In the era of social media, there are many platforms for sharing photos and videos. Where crores of photos and videos are shared every day, but sometimes doing so can be costly and you may have to go to jail. In such a situation, you must know the rules of sharing photos and videos online, otherwise you may have to suffer loss. Let us know in detail….
There are many laws in India regarding video and photo sharing, violation of which may send you to jail.
Information Technology Act, 2000
This Act deals with matters like electronic data like photos, videos, electronic signatures, copy rights. If you share any such document without the permission of the users, you may have to go to jail.
Information Technology Rules, 2021
This rule pertains to the content posted and hosted by internet platforms. This means that the internet platform will have to take care of the user’s privacy and nudity.
Indian Penal Code, 1860
Under this Act, there is a crime against someone and its punishment.
Hate Speech Act, 1956
Under this Act, someone can be punished for using abusive or indecent language online.
Women from Crime and Sexual Harassment Protection Act, 2013
Under this rule, sexual harassment and sexual assault against women is a crime.
When will there be jail for sharing photos and videos?
- It violates a person’s privacy.
- defames any person or causes mental pain to them.
- Post foul language or sexually explicit material.
- Depicts sexual exploitation or abuse of children.
- Incites violence or hate speech.
Where to complain:If you feel that a video or photo is violating the law, you can file a complaint on the Cyber Crime Complaint Portal: You can also lodge a complaint with the National Commission for Women and your local police station.