Cyber bullying the modern way of harassment.

 

Cyberbullying or cyberharassment is a form of bullying or harassment using electronic means. Cyberbullying and cyberharassment are also known as online bullying. It has become increasingly common, especially among teenagers, as the digital sphere has expanded and technology has advanced.Cyberbullying is when someone, typically a teenager, bullies or harasses others on the internet and other digital spaces, particularly on social media sites. Harmful bullying behavior can include posting rumors, threats, sexual remarks, a victims' personal information, or pejorative labels.

Consequences of cyber bullying

The effects of cyberbullying also include mental health issues, increased stress and anxiety, depression, acting out violently, and low self-esteem. Cyberbullying can also result in long-lasting emotional effects, even if the bullying has stopped.

Cyberbullying is a very serious issue affecting not just the young victims, but also the victims' families, the bully, and those who witness instances of cyberbullying. However, the effect of cyberbullying can be most detrimental to the victim, of course, as they may experience a number of emotional issues that affect their social and academic performance as well as their overall mental health.

You might also think that face-to-face bullying is much worse than cyberbullying since the victims of real-world bullying have more difficulty escaping their tormentors, while a victim of cyberbullying can simply turn off the computer or block a bully on a social media platform.

Examples of CyberBullying

-Fraping

-Outing

-Exclusion

-Cyberstalking

-Harassment

Cyberbullying Laws In India

India has no specific law of bullying but they can be tackled with some sections of IPC. These sections are Section 339– Wrongful restraint, Section 340– Wrongful confinement, Section 506– Punishment for criminal intimidation, Section 323– Punishment for voluntarily causing hurt, Section 306– Abetment of suicide.

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