“SAFEGUARDING PRIVACY IN THE DIGITAL ERA: A CYBER CRIME PERSPECTIVE”
AUTHORS – MR. YOGESH CHAUHAN* & MR. HARINDER SINGH**
* LL.M RESEARCH SCHOLAR AT SANT BABA BHAG SINGH UNIVERSITY, JALANDHAR
EMAIL ID- ARYANCHAUHAN49040@GMAIL.COM
** ASSISTANT PROFESSOR IN LAW AT SANT BABA BHAG SINGH UNIVERSITY, JALANDHAR
EMAIL ID- HARRYSINGH213@GMAIL.COM
BEST CITATION – MR. YOGESH CHAUHAN & MR. HARINDER SINGH, “SAFEGUARDING PRIVACY IN THE DIGITAL ERA: A CYBER CRIME PERSPECTIVE”, ILE MULTIDISCIPLINARY JOURNAL, 4 (2) OF 2025, PG. 44-54, APIS – 3920-0007 | ISSN – 2583-7230.
ABSTRACT
In the digital age, the rapid evolution of technology has brought about significant advancements, but also unprecedented challenges. One of the most pressing concerns is the protection of personal data and privacy in the face of increasing cybercrime. This research explores the complex relationship between privacy, data protection, and cybercrime, with a focus on the legal and regulatory frameworks governing data protection in India. The primary objectives of this research are to examine the existing legal framework for data protection in India, analyze the impact of cybercrime on individual privacy, and identify gaps and weaknesses in the current regulatory framework. This research employs a doctrinal analysis of laws and regulations related to data protection and cybercrime in India, including the Information Technology Act, 2000, and the proposed Personal Data Protection Bill, 2019. The study also draws on existing literature and case law to illustrate the challenges and complexities of data protection in the digital age. The research reveals that while India has made significant progress in developing a legal framework for data protection, there are still significant gaps and weaknesses that need to be addressed. The study highlights the need for a more comprehensive and robust data protection law that takes into account the complexities of the digital age and the evolving nature of cybercrime. The research concludes that effective data protection and privacy require a multi-faceted approach that involves not only legal and regulatory frameworks but also technological solutions and individual awareness. The study recommends that policymakers and regulators prioritize the development of a robust data protection law that balances individual rights with the needs of businesses and organizations. The findings of this research have significant implications for policymakers, regulators, and individuals. The study highlights the need for a more nuanced understanding of the complex relationship between privacy, data protection, and cybercrime, and the importance of developing effective solutions to protect individual rights in the digital age.
Keywords: Data privacy, Digital privacy, Cyber crime, Privacy laws in India, IT Act 2000, Data Protection, Right to Privacy.