{"id":26392,"date":"2026-06-24T14:34:28","date_gmt":"2026-06-24T14:34:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/?p=26392"},"modified":"2026-06-24T14:39:52","modified_gmt":"2026-06-24T14:39:52","slug":"legal-action-against-revenge-porn-in-india-know-your-rights-and-how-to-fight-back","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/legal-action-against-revenge-porn-in-india-know-your-rights-and-how-to-fight-back\/","title":{"rendered":"Legal Action Against Revenge Porn in India: Know Your Rights and How to Fight Back"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 id=\"h-what-is-revenge-porn\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Revenge_Porn\"><\/span>What Is Revenge Porn?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Imagine sharing a private photo or video with someone you trust \u2014 a partner, a friend \u2014 only to find it being shared online without your permission to humiliate, control, or harm you. This is called revenge porn, or more accurately, Non-Consensual Intimate Image (NCII) abuse.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #0c0c0c;color:#0c0c0c\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #0c0c0c;color:#0c0c0c\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/legal-action-against-revenge-porn-in-india-know-your-rights-and-how-to-fight-back\/#What_Is_Revenge_Porn\" >What Is Revenge Porn?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/legal-action-against-revenge-porn-in-india-know-your-rights-and-how-to-fight-back\/#Why_This_Is_a_Serious_Issue_in_India\" >Why This Is a Serious Issue in India<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/legal-action-against-revenge-porn-in-india-know-your-rights-and-how-to-fight-back\/#Common_Impact_of_Revenge_Porn_on_Victims\" >Common Impact of Revenge Porn on Victims<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/legal-action-against-revenge-porn-in-india-know-your-rights-and-how-to-fight-back\/#Key_Facts_About_NCII_Abuse\" >Key Facts About NCII Abuse<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/legal-action-against-revenge-porn-in-india-know-your-rights-and-how-to-fight-back\/#Laws_That_Protect_You_in_India\" >Laws That Protect You in India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/legal-action-against-revenge-porn-in-india-know-your-rights-and-how-to-fight-back\/#Key_Legal_Protections_Against_Non-Consensual_Image_Sharing\" >Key Legal Protections Against Non-Consensual Image Sharing<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/legal-action-against-revenge-porn-in-india-know-your-rights-and-how-to-fight-back\/#1_Section_66E_%E2%80%93_Information_Technology_Act_2000\" >1. Section 66E \u2013 Information Technology Act, 2000<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/legal-action-against-revenge-porn-in-india-know-your-rights-and-how-to-fight-back\/#2_Section_67_67A_%E2%80%93_IT_Act_2000\" >2. Section 67 &amp; 67A \u2013 IT Act, 2000<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/legal-action-against-revenge-porn-in-india-know-your-rights-and-how-to-fight-back\/#3_Section_354C_%E2%80%93_Indian_Penal_Code_IPC\" >3. Section 354C \u2013 Indian Penal Code (IPC)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/legal-action-against-revenge-porn-in-india-know-your-rights-and-how-to-fight-back\/#4_Section_500_%E2%80%93_IPC_Defamation\" >4. Section 500 \u2013 IPC (Defamation)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/legal-action-against-revenge-porn-in-india-know-your-rights-and-how-to-fight-back\/#5_Section_507_%E2%80%93_IPC_Criminal_Intimidation_by_Anonymous_Communication\" >5. Section 507 \u2013 IPC (Criminal Intimidation by Anonymous Communication)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/legal-action-against-revenge-porn-in-india-know-your-rights-and-how-to-fight-back\/#6_POCSO_Act_Protection_of_Children_from_Sexual_Offences_2012\" >6. POCSO Act (Protection of Children from Sexual Offences), 2012<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/legal-action-against-revenge-porn-in-india-know-your-rights-and-how-to-fight-back\/#7_The_Protection_of_Women_from_Domestic_Violence_Act_2005\" >7. The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/legal-action-against-revenge-porn-in-india-know-your-rights-and-how-to-fight-back\/#Important_Laws_at_a_Glance\" >Important Laws at a Glance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/legal-action-against-revenge-porn-in-india-know-your-rights-and-how-to-fight-back\/#Step-by-Step_What_to_Do_If_Youre_a_Victim\" >Step-by-Step: What to Do If You&#8217;re a Victim<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/legal-action-against-revenge-porn-in-india-know-your-rights-and-how-to-fight-back\/#Step_1_Do_Not_Panic_%E2%80%94_Document_Everything_First\" >Step 1: Do Not Panic \u2014 Document Everything First<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/legal-action-against-revenge-porn-in-india-know-your-rights-and-how-to-fight-back\/#Step_2_Request_Content_Removal\" >Step 2: Request Content Removal<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/legal-action-against-revenge-porn-in-india-know-your-rights-and-how-to-fight-back\/#Step_3_File_a_Complaint_with_Cybercrime_Police\" >Step 3: File a Complaint with Cybercrime Police<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/legal-action-against-revenge-porn-in-india-know-your-rights-and-how-to-fight-back\/#Option_A_%E2%80%94_Online_Fastest\" >Option A \u2014 Online (Fastest)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/legal-action-against-revenge-porn-in-india-know-your-rights-and-how-to-fight-back\/#Option_B_%E2%80%94_Helpline\" >Option B \u2014 Helpline<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/legal-action-against-revenge-porn-in-india-know-your-rights-and-how-to-fight-back\/#Option_C_%E2%80%94_Local_Police_Station\" >Option C \u2014 Local Police Station<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/legal-action-against-revenge-porn-in-india-know-your-rights-and-how-to-fight-back\/#Step_4_Consult_a_Lawyer\" >Step 4: Consult a Lawyer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/legal-action-against-revenge-porn-in-india-know-your-rights-and-how-to-fight-back\/#Step_5_Seek_Emotional_Support\" >Step 5: Seek Emotional Support<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/legal-action-against-revenge-porn-in-india-know-your-rights-and-how-to-fight-back\/#Can_You_File_a_Case_Anonymously\" >Can You File a Case Anonymously?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/legal-action-against-revenge-porn-in-india-know-your-rights-and-how-to-fight-back\/#What_About_Morphed_or_Deepfake_Images\" >What About Morphed or Deepfake Images?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/legal-action-against-revenge-porn-in-india-know-your-rights-and-how-to-fight-back\/#Practical_Tips_to_Protect_Yourself\" >Practical Tips to Protect Yourself<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/legal-action-against-revenge-porn-in-india-know-your-rights-and-how-to-fight-back\/#A_Note_on_Victim_Blaming\" >A Note on Victim Blaming<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/legal-action-against-revenge-porn-in-india-know-your-rights-and-how-to-fight-back\/#Key_Resources_at_a_Glance\" >Key Resources at a Glance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/legal-action-against-revenge-porn-in-india-know-your-rights-and-how-to-fight-back\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/legal-action-against-revenge-porn-in-india-know-your-rights-and-how-to-fight-back\/#Key_Takeaways\" >Key Takeaways<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/legal-action-against-revenge-porn-in-india-know-your-rights-and-how-to-fight-back\/#Quick_Reference_Table\" >Quick Reference Table<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/legal-action-against-revenge-porn-in-india-know-your-rights-and-how-to-fight-back\/#Summary\" >Summary<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/legal-action-against-revenge-porn-in-india-know-your-rights-and-how-to-fight-back\/#Summary_Highlights\" >Summary Highlights<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It usually happens when:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A romantic partner shares intimate images after a breakup as &#8220;revenge&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Someone hacks into your phone or accounts and leaks private content<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Images shared in confidence are forwarded without consent<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Someone takes hidden videos or photos without knowledge<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is not just a &#8220;personal matter.&#8221; It is a crime \u2014 and Indian law has clear provisions to punish the offender.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-why-this-is-a-serious-issue-in-india\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_Is_a_Serious_Issue_in_India\"><\/span>Why This Is a Serious Issue in India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Revenge porn is more common than most people think. A 2023 report by the Internet Freedom Foundation noted a sharp rise in non-consensual image sharing cases in India, particularly affecting women and young girls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The psychological damage is devastating \u2014 victims experience depression, anxiety, social isolation, and in extreme cases, suicidal thoughts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many victims stay silent because of shame or fear of being judged. But the shame belongs to the person who shared the content \u2014 not the victim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-common-impact-of-revenge-porn-on-victims\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_Impact_of_Revenge_Porn_on_Victims\"><\/span>Common Impact of Revenge Porn on Victims<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Area Affected<\/th><th>Impact on Victims<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Mental Health<\/td><td>Depression, anxiety, emotional distress<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Social Life<\/td><td>Isolation, humiliation, fear of judgment<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Professional Life<\/td><td>Damage to reputation and career prospects<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Personal Safety<\/td><td>Harassment, stalking, and threats<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Emotional Well-Being<\/td><td>Loss of trust, fear, and psychological trauma<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-key-facts-about-ncii-abuse\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Facts_About_NCII_Abuse\"><\/span>Key Facts About NCII Abuse<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sharing intimate content without consent is a criminal act.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Victims can seek legal remedies under Indian law.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Women and young girls are among the most affected groups.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Non-consensual image sharing can occur online or through private messaging platforms.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Victims should not blame themselves for the actions of offenders.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-laws-that-protect-you-in-india\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Laws_That_Protect_You_in_India\"><\/span>Laws That Protect You in India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India does not yet have a standalone &#8220;Revenge Porn Law,&#8221; but several existing laws together provide strong legal protection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-key-legal-protections-against-non-consensual-image-sharing\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Legal_Protections_Against_Non-Consensual_Image_Sharing\"><\/span>Key Legal Protections Against Non-Consensual Image Sharing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Law \/ Section<\/th><th>What It Covers<\/th><th>Punishment<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Section 66E \u2013 Information Technology Act, 2000<\/td><td>Publishing or transmitting images that violate a person&#8217;s privacy.<\/td><td>Up to 3 years imprisonment and\/or a fine of up to \u20b92 lakh.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Section 67 &amp; 67A \u2013 IT Act, 2000<\/td><td>Publishing obscene or sexually explicit material online.<\/td><td>Up to 5 years imprisonment and fines depending on the offence.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Section 354C \u2013 Indian Penal Code (IPC)<\/td><td>Voyeurism \u2014 capturing or sharing images of a woman engaged in private acts.<\/td><td>1\u20137 years imprisonment plus fine, depending on conviction history.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Section 500 \u2013 IPC<\/td><td>Defamation through sharing images to damage reputation.<\/td><td>Up to 2 years imprisonment and\/or fine.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Section 507 \u2013 IPC<\/td><td>Criminal intimidation through anonymous communication.<\/td><td>Applicable for anonymous threats via digital platforms.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>POCSO Act, 2012<\/td><td>Protection for minors involved in sexual content.<\/td><td>Severe penalties under child protection laws.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005<\/td><td>Protection orders against abuse by current or former intimate partners.<\/td><td>Civil and legal remedies, including protection orders.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-1-section-66e-information-technology-act-2000\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Section_66E_%E2%80%93_Information_Technology_Act_2000\"><\/span>1. Section 66E \u2013 Information Technology Act, 2000<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What it covers:<\/strong> Publishing or transmitting images that violate a person&#8217;s privacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If someone shares your intimate images online without your consent, this section applies directly. It specifically covers the capturing, publishing, or transmitting of a person&#8217;s &#8220;private area&#8221; without consent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Punishment:<\/strong> Up to 3 years imprisonment and\/or a fine of up to \u20b92 lakh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-2-section-67-amp-67a-it-act-2000\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Section_67_67A_%E2%80%93_IT_Act_2000\"><\/span>2. Section 67 &amp; 67A \u2013 IT Act, 2000<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What it covers:<\/strong> Publishing obscene or sexually explicit material online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the leaked content is sexually explicit in nature, Section 67 (obscene material) and Section 67A (sexually explicit acts) come into play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Punishment:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Section 67<\/strong> \u2014 Up to 3 years jail and \u20b95 lakh fine (first offence); 5 years for repeat offence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Section 67A<\/strong> \u2014 Up to 5 years jail and \u20b910 lakh fine (first offence).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-3-section-354c-indian-penal-code-ipc\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Section_354C_%E2%80%93_Indian_Penal_Code_IPC\"><\/span>3. Section 354C \u2013 Indian Penal Code (IPC)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What it covers:<\/strong> Voyeurism \u2014 capturing or sharing images of a woman engaged in private acts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a man watches or captures images of a woman in a private situation (like changing or bathing) or shares such images, this section applies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Punishment:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>First conviction<\/strong> \u2014 1 to 3 years imprisonment + fine.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Repeat conviction<\/strong> \u2014 3 to 7 years + fine.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Note:<\/strong> Under the new Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, which replaces the IPC, equivalent provisions are retained. Consult a lawyer for the latest applicable sections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-4-section-500-ipc-defamation\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Section_500_%E2%80%93_IPC_Defamation\"><\/span>4. Section 500 \u2013 IPC (Defamation)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the sharing of images is done with the intent to damage your reputation, you can also file a defamation complaint. This applies when fake or morphed images are shared to defame you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Punishment:<\/strong> Up to 2 years imprisonment and\/or fine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-5-section-507-ipc-criminal-intimidation-by-anonymous-communication\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Section_507_%E2%80%93_IPC_Criminal_Intimidation_by_Anonymous_Communication\"><\/span>5. Section 507 \u2013 IPC (Criminal Intimidation by Anonymous Communication)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What it covers:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the abuser is threatening you anonymously \u2014 over messages, emails, or social media \u2014 this section applies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-6-pocso-act-protection-of-children-from-sexual-offences-2012\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_POCSO_Act_Protection_of_Children_from_Sexual_Offences_2012\"><\/span>6. POCSO Act (Protection of Children from Sexual Offences), 2012<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the victim is a minor (below 18 years), POCSO provides much stronger protection. Any sexual content involving a child is a serious offence under this Act, and the punishment is significantly more severe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-7-the-protection-of-women-from-domestic-violence-act-2005\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_The_Protection_of_Women_from_Domestic_Violence_Act_2005\"><\/span>7. The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the abuser is a current or former intimate partner and the act is part of a pattern of abuse, victims can also seek protection orders under the Domestic Violence Act.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-important-laws-at-a-glance\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Laws_at_a_Glance\"><\/span>Important Laws at a Glance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Section 66E \u2013 Violation of privacy through sharing private images.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Section 67 &amp; 67A \u2013 Obscene and sexually explicit online content.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Section 354C \u2013 Voyeurism and sharing private images of women.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Section 500 \u2013 Defamation through fake or morphed images.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Section 507 \u2013 Anonymous threats and intimidation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>POCSO Act \u2013 Protection for minors below 18 years.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Domestic Violence Act \u2013 Protection against abuse by intimate partners.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-step-by-step-what-to-do-if-you-re-a-victim\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-by-Step_What_to_Do_If_Youre_a_Victim\"><\/span>Step-by-Step: What to Do If You&#8217;re a Victim<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-step-1-do-not-panic-document-everything-first\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1_Do_Not_Panic_%E2%80%94_Document_Everything_First\"><\/span>Step 1: Do Not Panic \u2014 Document Everything First<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before anything else, take screenshots of the content, the platform where it was posted, the profile of the person sharing it, and any messages\/threats you have received. Save links. Store them safely on a private device or email. This evidence is crucial for your complaint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Take screenshots of the content.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Capture the platform where it was posted.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Save the profile of the person sharing it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep copies of messages and threats.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Store links and evidence securely.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-step-2-request-content-removal\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2_Request_Content_Removal\"><\/span>Step 2: Request Content Removal<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can request platforms to remove the content immediately:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Platform\/Service<\/th><th>Action to Take<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Facebook\/Instagram<\/td><td>Use the &#8220;Report&#8221; feature \u2192 Non-consensual intimate images<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Google Search<\/td><td>Fill the form at google.com\/webmasters\/tools\/removals<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>StopNCII.org<\/td><td>An international tool where you can create a &#8220;hash&#8221; of your image (it never leaves your device) to prevent it from being shared across partner platforms \u2014 including Facebook and Instagram.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Twitter\/X, Snapchat, Reddit, YouTube<\/td><td>Use their reporting mechanisms for NCII content.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most platforms are required by law to act within 24\u201372 hours on such reports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-step-3-file-a-complaint-with-cybercrime-police\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_File_a_Complaint_with_Cybercrime_Police\"><\/span>Step 3: File a Complaint with Cybercrime Police<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"h-option-a-online-fastest\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Option_A_%E2%80%94_Online_Fastest\"><\/span>Option A \u2014 Online (Fastest)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Go to cybercrime.gov.in \u2014 India&#8217;s official cybercrime reporting portal. Choose &#8220;Report Cybercrime&#8221; \u2192 select the category &#8220;Online and Social Media&#8221; or &#8220;Women\/Child Related Crime.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"h-option-b-helpline\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Option_B_%E2%80%94_Helpline\"><\/span>Option B \u2014 Helpline<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Call 1930 \u2014 the National Cybercrime Helpline. Available 24\/7. You can report the crime and get guidance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"h-option-c-local-police-station\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Option_C_%E2%80%94_Local_Police_Station\"><\/span>Option C \u2014 Local Police Station<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Visit your nearest police station and file an FIR under the relevant sections (IT Act + IPC). Ask specifically for a cybercrime-trained officer. If the station is unhelpful, approach the Cybercrime Cell of your city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Important:<\/strong> You have the right to file a complaint anonymously if you wish to protect your identity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-step-4-consult-a-lawyer\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_4_Consult_a_Lawyer\"><\/span>Step 4: Consult a Lawyer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A cyber law lawyer can help you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>File the right FIR with correct sections.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply for a court injunction to stop further sharing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pursue civil damages against the abuser.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assist with international cases if content is hosted abroad.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many NGOs and legal aid cells offer free consultation to victims.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-step-5-seek-emotional-support\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_5_Seek_Emotional_Support\"><\/span>Step 5: Seek Emotional Support<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This experience is traumatic. Please don&#8217;t face it alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Organization<\/th><th>Contact<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>iCall (Tata Institute of Social Sciences)<\/td><td>9152987821<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vandrevala Foundation<\/td><td>1860-2662-345 (24\/7)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SNEHI<\/td><td>044-24640050<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>iDream<\/td><td>Speak to a counsellor via idream.org.in<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-can-you-file-a-case-anonymously\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_You_File_a_Case_Anonymously\"><\/span>Can You File a Case Anonymously?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. India&#8217;s cybercrime portal (cybercrime.gov.in) allows victims to report anonymously. You do not need to reveal your identity publicly to file a complaint or have content taken down. However, for criminal prosecution, you may need to provide your identity to the police \u2014 a lawyer can help you understand how to protect your privacy through the legal process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-what-about-morphed-or-deepfake-images\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_About_Morphed_or_Deepfake_Images\"><\/span>What About Morphed or Deepfake Images?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With AI tools becoming easily accessible, many abusers now create fake intimate images using someone&#8217;s face \u2014 called deepfakes. Even though the images are fabricated, the law still protects you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Section 66E and 67\/67A of the IT Act apply to morphed\/deepfake content as well.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The new Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDP), 2023 also offers remedies for misuse of personal data, including facial images.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can file a complaint even if the images are fake \u2014 the intent to harm, humiliate, or blackmail you is what matters.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-practical-tips-to-protect-yourself\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_Tips_to_Protect_Yourself\"><\/span>Practical Tips to Protect Yourself<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Think before you share:<\/strong> Once a digital file leaves your device, you lose control of it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Enable two-factor authentication<\/strong> on all accounts to prevent hacking.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Reverse image search<\/strong> your photos periodically using Google Images or TinEye to check if they&#8217;ve been shared elsewhere.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Revoke app permissions<\/strong> regularly \u2014 many apps have unneeded access to your camera and gallery.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Know who you&#8217;re talking to:<\/strong> Be cautious on dating apps and platforms where impersonation is common.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-a-note-on-victim-blaming\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Note_on_Victim_Blaming\"><\/span>A Note on Victim Blaming<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are a victim, you may encounter people \u2014 including family members, friends, or even police officers \u2014 who ask &#8220;Why did you share those photos in the first place?&#8221; This is victim blaming, and it is wrong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The law does not ask that question. The law asks: was your consent given for sharing? If not \u2014 it is a crime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You did not cause this. You are not responsible for someone else&#8217;s criminal behaviour. And you have every right to legal recourse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-key-resources-at-a-glance\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Resources_at_a_Glance\"><\/span>Key Resources at a Glance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Resource<\/th><th>Contact \/ Link<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>National Cybercrime Portal<\/td><td>cybercrime.gov.in<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cybercrime Helpline<\/td><td>1930<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Content Removal (Google)<\/td><td>google.com\/webmasters\/tools\/removals<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>NCII Hash Tool<\/td><td>StopNCII.org<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>iCall Mental Health<\/td><td>9152987821<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vandrevala Foundation<\/td><td>1860-2662-345<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Women&#8217;s Helpline<\/td><td>181<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Police Emergency<\/td><td>112<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-conclusion\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Revenge porn is a crime \u2014 not a scandal, not a mistake, not a &#8220;personal issue to be solved quietly.&#8221; Indian law has multiple provisions to protect victims and punish perpetrators. The road to justice may not always be easy, but it is real, and you do not have to walk it alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you or someone you know is a victim, act quickly, document everything, and seek legal help immediately. Your privacy is your right. Your dignity is protected by law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-key-takeaways\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways\"><\/span>Key Takeaways<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Revenge porn, also known as Non-Consensual Intimate Image (NCII) abuse, is a serious cybercrime in India.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sharing, publishing, forwarding, or leaking intimate images without consent is illegal, regardless of who originally created or received the content.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Victims are protected under multiple Indian laws, including the Information Technology Act, Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (formerly IPC provisions), POCSO Act, and Domestic Violence Act.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Section 66E of the IT Act specifically addresses violations of privacy through the unauthorized sharing of private images.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sections 67 and 67A of the IT Act impose severe penalties for publishing obscene or sexually explicit content online.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Victims should immediately preserve evidence, including screenshots, URLs, messages, profiles, and threats before attempting content removal.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Major online platforms provide dedicated reporting mechanisms for removing non-consensual intimate images and preventing further distribution.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cybercrime complaints can be filed online through India&#8217;s National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal, by calling the cybercrime helpline (1930), or by filing an FIR at a local police station.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Anonymous reporting options are available, helping victims protect their identity during the initial stages of complaint registration.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Morphed images, AI-generated deepfakes, and digitally altered intimate content are also actionable under Indian law, even when the images are not real.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Children and minors receive enhanced legal protection under the POCSO Act, with stricter penalties for offenders.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Victims may seek court injunctions, protection orders, compensation, and legal remedies with the assistance of cyber law professionals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The psychological impact of NCII abuse can be severe, including anxiety, depression, social isolation, harassment, and reputational harm.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Victim blaming has no legal basis; the key legal question is whether consent was given for sharing the content, not whether the content existed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strong digital safety practices, such as enabling two-factor authentication, reviewing app permissions, and monitoring image misuse online, can help reduce the risk of NCII abuse.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prompt action is critical\u2014the faster victims report, document, and seek legal assistance, the greater the chances of content removal and successful legal action.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-quick-reference-table\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quick_Reference_Table\"><\/span>Quick Reference Table<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Topic<\/th><th>Key Point<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>NCII Abuse<\/td><td>Unauthorized sharing of intimate images or videos without consent.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Legal Protection<\/td><td>Covered under the IT Act, Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, POCSO Act, and Domestic Violence Act.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Evidence Preservation<\/td><td>Save screenshots, URLs, messages, profiles, and threats immediately.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Reporting Options<\/td><td>Cyber Crime Portal, Helpline 1930, or FIR at a police station.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Deepfakes<\/td><td>Morphed and AI-generated intimate content can also attract legal action.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Victim Rights<\/td><td>Victims may seek injunctions, compensation, protection orders, and legal remedies.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Online Safety<\/td><td>Use two-factor authentication, review app permissions, and monitor image misuse.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-summary\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summary\"><\/span>Summary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Revenge porn or Non-Consensual Intimate Image (NCII) abuse is the unauthorized sharing of intimate photos or videos without consent. In India, victims are protected by the Information Technology Act, Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, POCSO Act, and other laws. Immediate evidence preservation, content removal requests, cybercrime reporting, and legal assistance are essential steps to protect privacy and seek justice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-summary-highlights\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summary_Highlights\"><\/span>Summary Highlights<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>NCII abuse is a punishable cybercrime in India.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Victims have multiple legal remedies available under Indian law.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prompt reporting and evidence collection improve the chances of successful action.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Deepfake and morphed intimate images can also be challenged legally.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Privacy, dignity, and consent remain central to legal protection.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-related-links yoast-seo-related-links\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/the-3-hour-takedown-how-indias-new-it-rules-are-reshaping-the-digital-battlefield\/\">The 3-Hour Takedown: How India&#8217;s New IT Rules Are Reshaping the Digital Battlefield<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/false-rape-cases-in-india-legal-consequences-real-judgements\/\">False Rape Cases in India \u2013 Legal Consequences &amp; Real Judgements<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/remedies-for-online-harassment-against-women\/\">Remedies for Online Harassment Against Women<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/penological-purposes-of-capital-punishment\/\">Penological Purposes Of Capital Punishment<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalserviceindia.com\/Legal-Articles\/women-in-indias-digital-age-technology-empowerment-and-exclusion\/\">Women in India&#8217;s Digital Age: Technology, Access, and the New Frontiers of Empowerment and Exclusion<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What Is Revenge Porn? Imagine sharing a private photo or video with someone you trust \u2014 a partner, a friend \u2014 only to find it being shared online without your permission to humiliate, control, or harm you. This is called revenge porn, or more accurately, Non-Consensual Intimate Image (NCII) abuse. 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